push pin
Frequency: 6.05.3 per million words
A short pin with a broad, flat head, used for fastening paper to a surface.
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Examples (10)
- She used a push pin to fasten the notice to the board.
- Be careful not to prick your finger on the sharp end of a push pin.
- Could you hand me a push pin? I want to hang this drawing.
- The bulletin board was covered with flyers, each held by a colourful push pin.
- He bought a box of assorted push pins for his office supplies.
- Make sure to use a push pin that is long enough to hold the poster securely.
- I accidentally dropped all the push pins on the floor, now I have to pick them up.
- The architect's plan was tacked to the wall with several small push pins.
- Always store push pins in a safe container to avoid accidents.
- She always keeps a small collection of push pins in her desk drawer.