

We use the term “bus” for a mode of transportation as it is an abbreviated form of the original “omnibus”. We imported “omnibus” via French from Latin, in which language it means “for all”. The idea is that an omnibus is a “carriage for all”. This clue is a bit off, in my humble opinion. Strictly speaking, Scandinavia is a region in Northern Europe that covers the kingdoms of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The broader region that includes Finland and Iceland is referred to locally as “the Nordic countries”. The Nordic country of Finland is the most sparsely populated nation in the European Union. 27 “Gimme _!” (start of a cheer at three Big Ten schools) : AN I The relatively modest population of 5.5 million people lives in the eighth largest country on the continent. The Big Ten is the nation’s oldest Division I college athletic conference. The conference was founded in 1896 and earned the name “Big Nine” in 1899 when Iowa and Indiana joined to bring the number of teams in the conference to nine. The conference name was changed to the Big Ten after Michigan rejoined in 1917. Right after WWII, the University of Chicago dropped out so the conference became known as the Big Nine again until 1949. The official designation of “Big Ten” was adopted in 1987 when the conference (once again with a complement of ten teams) registered as a not-for-profit corporation. It was decided to keep the official name of Big Ten when Penn State joined in 1990 bringing the number of schools to the level of eleven. The number of schools in the conference continues to evolve, but that “Big Ten” moniker persists. Jean Arp was a French artist renowned for his work with torn and pasted paper, although that wasn’t the only medium he used. Arp was the son of a French mother and German father and spoke both languages fluently. When he was speaking German he gave his name as Hans Arp, but when speaking French he called himself Jean Arp. Both “Hans” and “Jean” translate into English as “John”. In WWI Arp moved to Switzerland to avoid being called up to fight, taking advantage of Swiss neutrality. Loud but friendly growl crossword clue tv#.These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'growl.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. 2022 Promising hints of that emerge here, but not yet enough to turn up the dramatic tension beyond a low growl.Ĭhris Jones,, 6 Feb. 2022 Loud sounds in air-the growl of thunder or crash of a falling tree-would have been powerful enough to penetrate the skull and stimulate the inner ear.ĭavid George Haskell, Wired, 8 Mar.

2022 When a tornado touched down Tuesday night in Arabi, La., the growl of the twister and swirl of flying debris didn’t last more than 15 seconds.

2019 This cub doesn't know it yet, but one day, his little roar will turn into a powerful growl.Īlexandra Meeks, CNN, 6 Apr. 2022 Still, even when Bale’s low growl was almost unintelligible, this characterization was a tour de force. Marc Hirsh,, Although not the quickest, this volume Tundra model feels quick enough, producing a pleasantly throaty-if synthesized- growl while surfing a 479-lb-ft wave of torque that peaks at just 2400 rpm. Michael Harley, Forbes, 2 June 2022 And alt-country mystery man Orville Peck flitered his hearty, clear growl and smooth, heavy vibrato through a fringed mask. 2020 Recent Examples on the Web: Noun The powerplant is relatively quiet, and its temperament is subdued – a continuous reassuring growl only notes its existence as the engine stays on the lower side of the tachometer. 2020 But once Bluestein started working from home, Dottie began to growl at passersby. 2020 Dogs, or something like them, growl in the shadows.Īlex Kane, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. Leah Marilla Thomas,, Jackie may not growl though, and instead, have a blank expression across her face.Ĭathy M. Washington Post, 28 June 2021 Sensing the commotion and chaos, Aries began to hiss and growl.īrett Steenbarger, Forbes, Both times, Brandon continues to defend his family’s values, or as Sheldon would growl, the Code. 2021 Dear Miss Manners: While waiting in line at a restaurant, my stomach began to growl. Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 19 Nov. 2022 The result is beef that’s tender without going mealy, its long, willowy fibers holding on to broth and spices that growl like chili but come back to a happier place with high aromatics like the red side of the spice cabinet. Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Feb.

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb Birch Aquarium is selling the naming rights to its Little Blue Penguins for $50,000 apiece to help underwrite a habitat for the seabirds, which tirelessly growl, squawk, screech and peep.
