twist tie
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“Some barf bags are no more than a baggie with a twist tie, while other sickbags could win international design competitions. Are they art? I think so.”
From Washington Post • Oct. 1, 2022
Grab a gallon-size Ziploc bag, white vinegar, baking soda, a rubber band or sturdy twist tie, a soft cloth, and a toothbrush.
From Salon • Jul. 15, 2022
I took a tiny pencil from the common box, wrote the PLU code on a twist tie and decided maybe I should keep the pencil this trip.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2022
Avoid kinking or bunching your headphone cables by using a Velcro fastener or a plain-old twist tie to keep them wrapped up in a loop.
From Slate • Dec. 27, 2018
Close off the bag with a tight twist tie or wire.
From The BYU Solar Cooker/Cooler by Jones, Steven E.
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