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Meanings of shears in English
Usage of shears in English
1
If the shears are open, enter; if closed, do not risk it.
2
He wore a short canvas apron and carried pruning-shears in one hand.
3
They had no idea where Ture had disappeared to, with his shears.
4
There was no answer but the crisp snip, snip of the shears.
5
Father followed behind with the shears, cutting and cracking the metal away.
6
If the edges are much frayed, trim them slightly with the shears.
7
At last it showed itself, and was immediately gripped with the shears.
8
Neither blade of a pair of shears will cut without the other.
9
She took the shears too, though the saw ought to be enough.
10
He rushed from the house, and returned with a pair of shears.
11
Use a knife or kitchen shears to slice them up a bit.
12
They're stylists known for being overzealous with chemicals, hot combs and shears.
13
Victor turned on the shears, and the second grappling arm snapped away.
14
But now the executioner approached, holding a pair of large glistening shears.
15
We're colleagues and friends. He holds up a pair of surgical shears.
16
You may take your turn with my shears and needle one day.
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United Kingdom
Common
United States of America
Common