long needle
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A needle of greater than average length, used for sewing or medical purposes.
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- She used a long needle to stitch the heavy canvas.
- The nurse prepared a long needle for the intramuscular injection.
- This embroidery project requires a very long needle to pass through multiple layers.
- Be careful not to bend the long needle when working with tough materials.
- The doctor explained that a long needle was necessary for the deep tissue biopsy.
- My grandmother preferred using a long needle for her intricate darning work.
- Finding a specific thread color for the long needle took some time.
- The veterinarian used a long needle to administer medication to the large animal.
- For quilting, a long needle allows for more efficient stitching across wide areas.
- The intricate pattern called for a long needle and fine thread.