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ratchet
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ratchet
a steplocking device on surgical instruments. As the handles are closed the jaws are also closed and the ratchet holds them in a locked position. The ratchet consists of a notched bar on each handle, the notches facing and overriding when the handles are closed.


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He has lived in the area for the past 20 years and said last week's attack has ratcheted up tension in the area.
The ratcheted neck won't vibrate loose and the trigger can be locked so it can't be depressed.
Byline: AFP WASHINGTON: The United States has cut 11 million dollars in aid to Honduras as Washington ratcheted up the pressure on the government that came to power in a coup in June.
 
 
 
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