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wrench
7 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural wrenches
plural wrenches
Learner's definition of WRENCH
1
[count] US : a tool consisting of a handle with one end designed to hold, twist, or turn an object (such as a bolt or nut)扳手；扳钳
- an adjustable wrench活动扳手
— called also (British) spanner
— see picture at carpentry; see also monkey wrench, socket wrench 2
[count] : a violent twisting or pulling movement猛扭；猛拉 — usually singular通常用单数
- He snapped the tree's thick root with a wrench of the shovel.他用铁锹猛地一扭，折断了这棵树粗壮的树根。
3
[singular] chiefly British : something unpleasant that happens and that causes you to feel emotional pain痛苦；令人难受的事情
- It was a wrench to say goodbye to all my friends.和我所有的朋友道别是件痛苦的事情。
throw a wrench into the works
US, informal : to damage or change (something) in a way that ruins it or prevents it from working properly破坏；阻挠
- We were going to renew our lease, but the landlord threw a wrench into the works [=(Brit) threw a spanner into the works] by increasing the rent.我们打算续租，但是房东涨房租破坏了我们的计划。
2 wrench /ˈrɛntʃ/ verb
wrenches; wrenched; wrenching
2 wrench
/ˈrɛntʃ/
verb
wrenches; wrenched; wrenching
Learner's definition of WRENCH
1
: to twist and pull with a sudden violent motion猛扭；猛拉 — often used figuratively常用作比喻
[no object]
- I tried to wrench free from his grip.我试图挣脱他抓住我的手。
[+ object]
- I tried to wrench myself free from his grip.我试图挣脱他紧抓着我的手。
- I have trouble wrenching myself away from a good book.好书常让我难以释手。
- an emotionally wrenching experience [=a very sad/painful experience]痛苦的经历
- a heart-wrenching story [=a very sad story]非常悲伤的故事
2
[+ object] : to injure (a part of your body) by making a violent twisting motion扭伤（身体某部位）
- He wrenched his back when he tried to lift a heavy box.他试图举起一个重箱子时把背扭伤了。
- I wrenched [=sprained] my knee while playing football.我打橄榄球时扭伤了膝盖。
3
[+ object] : to take (something) by using force抢夺；强夺 — often used figuratively常用作比喻
- She wrenched the toy from his grasp.她从他手上抢走了玩具。
- The statue was wrenched from its pedestal.雕塑被从基座上拆了下来。
- He wrenched control of the company (away) from his uncle.他从他叔叔手中夺过了公司控制权。
wrenched; wrenching; wrenches
Example Sentences
Verb I tried to wrench free from his grip. I tried to wrench myself free from his grip. He wrenched his back when he tried to lift a heavy box. She wrenched the toy from his grasp. The statue was wrenched from its pedestal. Noun It was a wrench to say goodbye to all my friends. with a sharp wrench of the hammer I pulled the nail from the board See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022 When the utmost accuracy is paramount, this ½-inch digital torque wrench from GearWrench offers a top-of-the-line solution. James Fitzgerald, Popular Mechanics, 8 Aug. 2022 This Bahco wrench combines maneuverability and durability, thanks to a slim jaw profile and heavy-duty construction. Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 24 July 2022 The conflict comes at a pivotal moment for Republicans nationally, as primary voters weigh whether to wrench the party from its extremist elements — or more fully embrace them. BostonGlobe.com, 2 June 2022 The conflict comes at a pivotal moment for Republicans nationally, as primary voters weigh whether to wrench the party from its extremist elements — or more fully embrace them. New York Times, 2 June 2022 The power of the memory is strong enough to wrench Billy from the Mind Flayer’s grasp and the former bad boy sacrifices himself. Helena Andrews-dyer, Washington Post, 27 May 2022 Yet when people like Elias want to try to wrench free from opioid addiction, the closest options for getting daily doses of methadone may be miles away in Boyle Heights, Westlake and South Park, according to federal and local directories. Emily Alpert Reyesstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2022 Many shouted at the staff, and several hit and kicked the booth and tried to wrench open its door and to argue with the staff. New York Times, 24 Apr. 2022 Bryan Schott, The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 COVID-19 lockdowns in China threw a wrench into global supply chains earlier this year, causing shipping and production delays worldwide, and hindering economic growth. Will Daniel, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2022 The movie was pushed to 2022 after the pandemic threw a wrench in everyone's plans. Christian Holub, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2022 There are several playoff regulars not in the field of 16 who’ve had success at Darlington and could throw a wrench into the plans of those contending for a title. Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 4 Sep. 2022 There are several playoff regulars not in the field of 16 who’ve had success at Darlington and could throw a wrench into the plans of those contending for a title. Pete Iacobelli, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Sep. 2022 But government subsidies for fossil fuels throw a wrench in that dynamic by shielding consumers from their real cost. Tim Mcdonnell, Quartz, 29 Aug. 2022 Sources in the finance space point to two variables of concern: fast-rising interest rates and a potential economic downturn, each of which could throw a wrench into investment plans. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 July 2022 No more letting dull razors and frayed toothbrushes throw a wrench in your Summer Friday plans. Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 12 July 2022 See More
Verb
His precise renderings of natural and man-made stuff, on display at the Arts Club of Washington, wrench the objects from their usual surroundings and arrange them symmetrically to highlight the artist’s compositional artifice. Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022 When the utmost accuracy is paramount, this ½-inch digital torque wrench from GearWrench offers a top-of-the-line solution. James Fitzgerald, Popular Mechanics, 8 Aug. 2022 This Bahco wrench combines maneuverability and durability, thanks to a slim jaw profile and heavy-duty construction. Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 24 July 2022 The conflict comes at a pivotal moment for Republicans nationally, as primary voters weigh whether to wrench the party from its extremist elements — or more fully embrace them. BostonGlobe.com, 2 June 2022 The conflict comes at a pivotal moment for Republicans nationally, as primary voters weigh whether to wrench the party from its extremist elements — or more fully embrace them. New York Times, 2 June 2022 The power of the memory is strong enough to wrench Billy from the Mind Flayer’s grasp and the former bad boy sacrifices himself. Helena Andrews-dyer, Washington Post, 27 May 2022 Yet when people like Elias want to try to wrench free from opioid addiction, the closest options for getting daily doses of methadone may be miles away in Boyle Heights, Westlake and South Park, according to federal and local directories. Emily Alpert Reyesstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2022 Many shouted at the staff, and several hit and kicked the booth and tried to wrench open its door and to argue with the staff. New York Times, 24 Apr. 2022 Noun
The Utah Republican Party threw a wrench in the primary debate schedule when chairman Carson Jorgensen demanded the commission give the GOP input on the questions to be asked and which moderators are selected. Bryan Schott, The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 COVID-19 lockdowns in China threw a wrench into global supply chains earlier this year, causing shipping and production delays worldwide, and hindering economic growth. Will Daniel, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2022 The movie was pushed to 2022 after the pandemic threw a wrench in everyone's plans. Christian Holub, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2022 There are several playoff regulars not in the field of 16 who’ve had success at Darlington and could throw a wrench into the plans of those contending for a title. Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 4 Sep. 2022 There are several playoff regulars not in the field of 16 who’ve had success at Darlington and could throw a wrench into the plans of those contending for a title. Pete Iacobelli, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Sep. 2022 But government subsidies for fossil fuels throw a wrench in that dynamic by shielding consumers from their real cost. Tim Mcdonnell, Quartz, 29 Aug. 2022 Sources in the finance space point to two variables of concern: fast-rising interest rates and a potential economic downturn, each of which could throw a wrench into investment plans. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 July 2022 No more letting dull razors and frayed toothbrushes throw a wrench in your Summer Friday plans. Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 12 July 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Verb
Middle English, from Old English wrencan; akin to Old High German renken to twist and perhaps to Latin vergere to bend, incline
First Known Use
Verb
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1
Noun
1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Time Traveler
The first known use of wrench was before the 12th century Phrases Containing wrench
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