pole 1 of 2

noun

Definition of polenext
as in center

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verb

as in to canoe

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Recent Examples of pole
Noun
Plausibly, then, Chinese forecasters determined that the weather would not break before the current launch window to reach the lunar pole from Wenchang closes. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 23 Aug. 2026 Ian Happ’s grand slam off the right-field pole — following three straight walks — was part of a five-run inning to fuel the Cubs to a blowout 19-2 victory Sunday. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Verb
The boys pole vaulters kept the crowd around late as San Dieguito’s Dylan Yarbrough and Torrey Pines’ Tyler Suhar each cleared 16 feet, 1 inch. — Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026 The textbooks currently state that Jupiter is 88,846 miles (142,984 kilometers) across at its equator, and 83,082 miles (133,708 km) from pole to pole. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pole
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pole
  1. center
  2. canoe
  3. magnet
  4. punt
  5. polestar
  6. kayak
  7. capital
  8. attraction
Noun
  • Patterson, who turns 27 on Tuesday, has experience at guard and center, and the 49ers needed a backup at both spots considering Toth’s lingering concussion symptoms.
    — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • These counties have no hospitals or birth centers providing obstetric care, and no obstetric clinician.
    — Kayley Corley, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of center
Verb
  • Before tucking into an unforgettable meal, head to the Pickering Creek Audubon Center to hike or canoe around the marsh, or spend a couple of hours exploring the historic downtown area.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026
  • On the surface level, there are over 80 miles of trails, with varying degrees of difficulty and opportunities to canoe, kayak, or boat on the Green River.
    — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 15 June 2026
Definition of canoe
Noun
  • Beginning in January 2027, new Department of War requirements will also push defense contractors to remove China from their rare earth magnet supply chains.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Rare earth metals come to mind, magnets come to mind, and all the gears and actuators and chips and so forth.
    — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of magnet
Verb
  • Lucas Parker will punt it from his own end zone as the Lake Mary offense stalls out.
    — Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Coach Mike Vrabel was not pleased with his defense, who forced the Browns to punt only twice in 10 drives and had only one three-and-out.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of punt
Noun
  • While his Late Night forerunner Letterman was probably the comedic polestar of Generation X—gruff, cynical, and biting the hand that fed—O’Brien became a bedrock influence for the next generation of Millennial comics.
    — David Sims, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The Brazilian restaurant has been lauded widely as a polestar of exciting food in the city.
    — Dallas News, Dallas News, 13 Oct. 2022
Definition of polestar
Verb
  • Visitors can kayak through salt marshes, take dolphin cruises, visit neighboring Sullivan’s Island, and dine at casual seafood restaurants.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026
  • From late September through October, visitors can stroll the Reno Riverwalk, explore Rancho San Rafael Park or venture to nearby North Lake Tahoe to kayak crystal-clear waters and hike Monkey Rock for sweeping lake and foliage views.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of kayak
Noun
  • Drivers in the Iranian capital of Tehran are experiencing long lines at gas stations and temporary fuel shortages, according to Iranian news agencies, although authorities have insisted the overall fuel supply chain remains stable.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The precedent for what happens when that capital moves quickly is March 2020, when a rapid unwind of leveraged positions contributed to a breakdown of Treasury-market liquidity severe enough to require Federal Reserve intervention.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of capital
Noun
  • But though these chemicals are linked to mating in animal species, a link between pheromones and romantic attraction hasn’t been established in humans.
    — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
  • With seven weekends and multiple attractions to choose from, visitors might want to visit the festival more than once.
    — Rashad Alexander August 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of attraction

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“Pole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pole. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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