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heave ho

 

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Heave Ho

Definitions:

  1. Interjection: Used as a cry to coordinate efforts when lifting or pulling something heavy.
  2. Noun: A coordinated effort to lift or pull something heavy.
  3. Verb: To lift or pull something heavy with a coordinated effort.
  4. Idiom: To dismiss or get rid of someone or something.

Sentences:

  1. Interjection: "Heave ho!" they shouted as they lifted the heavy crate together.
  2. Noun: The sailors gave a mighty heave ho, finally managing to pull the ship free from the sandbar.
  3. Verb: The workers heave hoed the grand piano up the staircase into the living room.
  4. Idiom: After the terrible performance, the director decided to give the lead actor the heave ho.

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