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RUNNING NOOSE

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Running Noose.

Running Noose - as a noun

A loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
noose5slip noose
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
loop6
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Example Sentences

"He tied a running noose to catch the runaway horse."
"The executioner used a running noose to hang the criminal."
"The hunter set a running noose trap to catch the wild animal."
"The cowboy skillfully threw a running noose to catch the calf."
"The police officer used a running noose to apprehend the suspect."
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