rock
noun
a stone of any size.
Example Sentences
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The ship was rocked by explosions, a maritime security firm told AFP, but the cause of the blasts is unclear.
From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026
This federal suspension and resulting lawsuit has rocked his confidence.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
For the first time in the history of the UK series, only three couples were in the final after several shock twists rocked the villa during Sunday's episode.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
For one thing, the Sixers have spent seasons rocked by injuries, with Embiid in particular missing substantial time with leg ailments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The little taxi rocked on tall waves, and the boys were temporarily blinded by a Gold spotlight shining through the raindrops.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
