as in pipe
a long hollow cylinder for carrying a substance (as a liquid or gas)
air ducts to provide ventilation
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Recent Examples of duct
Iguanas, for example, sneeze to release excess salt from their ducts.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 30 Oct. 2024
Improving the insulation of walls, crawl spaces, floors and heating ducts is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy costs during winter months and can save Coloradans up to 10% on their monthly energy bill, according to Xcel Energy.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2024
For instance, in a furnace the pilot light ignites a larger burner at the beginning of a heating cycle, then the heat produced by the burner is distributed throughout the home by an internal fan and a series of ducts and vents.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2024
Before the first freeze moves in, Coloradans should have their home evaluated for leaky ducts, drafts around doors and windows, fireplace dampers and other areas where air might escape.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2024
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 30 Oct. 2024
Improving the insulation of walls, crawl spaces, floors and heating ducts is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy costs during winter months and can save Coloradans up to 10% on their monthly energy bill, according to Xcel Energy.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2024
For instance, in a furnace the pilot light ignites a larger burner at the beginning of a heating cycle, then the heat produced by the burner is distributed throughout the home by an internal fan and a series of ducts and vents.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2024
Before the first freeze moves in, Coloradans should have their home evaluated for leaky ducts, drafts around doors and windows, fireplace dampers and other areas where air might escape.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2024
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When pipes do burst, company officials said to shut water off immediately or risk additional damage and a much higher water bill.Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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The tour included the web of drilling sites, pipes already delivering water to support operations and dust suppression.Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 2024
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But Vance served a key purpose as a conduit with experience at the Capitol.Brett Samuels, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
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Hezbollah helped keep Assad in power, and the militant group has for years used Syria as a conduit to transfer weapons into Lebanon.Scott Neuman, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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And for all brave children, there's the Aqua Mouse water coaster, a gentle tube water slide that runs above the top deck.Leslie D. Rose, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
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In addition to twisty slides, tube rides, and a wave pool, Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark offers an onsite arcade, gift shop, and cafe.Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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How to watch on local TV CBS is broadcasting the game in California; in the Bay Area, tune in to KPIX-TV (channel 5) with an antenna or a cable TV provider.Pueng Vongs, The Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Announced through their social media channels, Kaulig Racing has decided to retain three prominent figures who have previously contributed to the team's successes.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Duct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duct. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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