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turnbuckle
noun
turn·buck·le
ˈtərn-ˌbə-kəl 
: a device that usually consists of a link with screw threads at both ends, that is turned to bring the ends closer together, and that is used for tightening a rod or stay
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Babyface Orton brought a steel chair into the ring, and when the referee absconded with it, Orton exposed the steel turnbuckle.
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Unfortunately, Carr was distracted while trying to reattach the turnbuckle pad, allowing Becky just enough time to kickout.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Cena removed the turnbuckle padding and smashed Cody's head into it several times.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
The maneuver involved Paul picking up Mysterio from the middle turnbuckle and flipping backward with him in his arms.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 24 Feb. 2025
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Unfortunately, Carr was distracted while trying to reattach the turnbuckle pad, allowing Becky just enough time to kickout.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Cena removed the turnbuckle padding and smashed Cody's head into it several times.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
The maneuver involved Paul picking up Mysterio from the middle turnbuckle and flipping backward with him in his arms.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 24 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for turnbuckle
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“Turnbuckle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turnbuckle. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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