metal clip

collocation in English

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metal
noun[C or U]
uk
/ˈmet.əl/us
/ˈmet̬.əl/
a chemical element, such as iron or gold, or a mixture of such elements, such as steel, that is generally hard and strong, and through which electricity and heat ...
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clip
noun
uk
/klɪp/us
/klɪp/
a small object usually made of metal or plastic, used for fastening things together or holding them ...
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(Definition ofmetalandclipfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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Insertion of ametalclipin or near the aortic wall at operation can result in localized artifact due to distortion of the magnetic field.
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The eye was stabilized by clamping the syringe in a fixed position using ametalclip, metal post, and a magnet.
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A systemic-to-pulmonary collateral artery which has been closed by ametalclipanastomoses with the ring.
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Themetalclipmust securely fasten to a metal ring on the collar in order to maintain good control of the dog.
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Agraffes are a kind of sturdymetalclipthat hold the strings in place.
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Ametalclipprevented it from moving under the boot area, while also acting as a mounting spot for a safety strap.
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This was ametalclipwith a pyramidal top that fit into a slot cut into the sole of the ski boot.
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Shortmetalclipbarrettes are sometimes used to pull back front pieces of hair.
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Themetalclipwould have to be malleable enough so that it could be twisted into shape and still retain its spring recoil.
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Early on, the toe strap was replaced by ametalclipunder the toe that folded up on the sides to cup the toe of the boot.
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By the 1920s, battery holders used twin metal clips (like fuse holders) to hold the battery in place while making electrical contact.
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They are attached to spars and rigging in various ways, such as metal clips, rope hoops, or in a luff-groove.
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The portion is then sealed by the clipper with the aid of metal clips.
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To create the level terrace, depressions were filled with soil and heavy rocks, which were joined together with metal clips.
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Albini achieved a signature clanky sound with his guitar by using metal guitar picks notched with sheet metal clips, creating the effect of two guitar picks at once.
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The bicycle respirator is composed of several key elements: rubber mouth attachment, a flexible hosepipe, bicycle pump and tobacco tin stopper, all held together with metal clips.
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