bent pin

Frequency: 3.00.5 per million words

A pin that is not straight.

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Examples (10)

  • He tried to use a bent pin to pick the lock.
  • She found a bent pin stuck in her sewing cushion.
  • The old safety pin was so bent it wouldn't fasten properly.
  • Be careful not to step on that bent pin on the floor.
  • The mechanic managed to fix it with a bent pin and some tape.
  • A bent pin is useless for holding fabric together.
  • He straightened the bent pin with a pair of pliers.
  • I accidentally sat on a bent pin and pricked my finger.
  • Don't throw away that bent pin; we might still need it.
  • The tailor struggled to use the bent pin in the thick material.