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    pole is not an option, and cutting the line would admit defeat. I find the longest pair of pliers possible, but my multiple attempts prove futile as the turtle’s strikes threaten to slice off my fingers. But soon it begins to grow tired, and I am prepared. In one last combat, I pull the hook out of its wide jaw with so much force that I fall backwards. When I rise, it is gone. In my grasp lies the pair of pliers holding a bloody hook. The battle is finally…

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    Blue Ocean Journal Entry

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    -two canvas case air pumps -sea dye -half-pint tins of water -a brass mirror -set of pliers with a built-in screwdriver -spool of fishing line -set of fishhooks -several bitter chocolate bars The supplies aren't the best, but it can work to our advantage. The brass mirror can be used to signal any planes or boats we might see. The sea dye and flare gun can help too. With the screwdriver and some pliers we could, with hard work, shape the coins into small fishhooks in case we need more. Or…

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    Fly Fishing Essay

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    the best kit for your needs can be a bit of a minefield especially if you’re a novice in fly fishing. Basically, an excellent kit should contain everything you may need including scissors, dubbing twister, bobbin holder, dubbing needle, vise, hackle pliers and whip finish tools. So what are the best fly tying tools? Here is a list of top 7 best options that are budget-friendly, easy to use and durable. Top 7 Best Fly Tying Kit Reviews Buying just about any flying kit you come across can…

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    Cross-Bracing

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    During construction, we tested the strength by putting the pair of pliers I was using to bend the paper clips on top of the base to see how sturdy it was. I would gently shake the structure while the pliers were on it to see where I needed more support. Where I needed more support, I added cross-bracing. I continued to test stability by adding more weight, seeing where I needed more support, then fixing the weak areas. This helped make my foundation stronger, which made my whole building…

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    The Faucet: A Short Story

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    crescent wrench?”
“What’s that?”
“The big silver wrench that we need,” I said, shaking my head in disbelief. “I know we have one around here somewhere.”
She held up her needle nose pliers. These were her go-to tool in almost every fix-it situation. Hammer, Never wanting to admit defeat, she took off the nut with her pliers, dropped back down under the sink, then turned the nut onto the threads of the faucet. My job was to hold the faucet in place to prevent it from turning. 
“Why don't you let…

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    Electric Guitar Essay

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    An important part of any guitar player’s career is to properly tend to their guitar. Each time a guitar is tuned the strings stretch. The stretching of the strings eventually wears out the strings to the point where they cannot stay in tune anymore. Once this happens it is time to restring the guitar.In order to change the strings on an electric guitar that features a floyd rose type bridge, one must gather the tools and supplies, thread the strings and apply the necessary slack, and finally…

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    two were abducted on September 3, 1979 and raped and tortured for two days then strangled with coat hangers tightened with pliers, giving them the name “toolbox killers”. Their last known victim was Lynette Ledford October 31 and could be the most chilling of them all. The young girl’s pleas can be heard on tape while she is tortured with tools such as a sledgehammer and pliers. While Norris would only fess up to the torture of these five girls, about 500 photos of women were actually found.…

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    for completing the project. For optimum results, make sure that your work space is organized and free of excess debris and parts that are not needed for this task. Tools 14 mm, 10 mm, and 8 mm wrench #3 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers Needle nose pliers Nail…

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    A truck driver is a person who earns a living as the driver of a truck (usually a semi truck, box truck, or dump truck). Truck drivers carry goods to other places or states. The farther distance traveled the more money they make. I chose this career because I want to travel to different states. In my opinion I think I would be a good truck driver. An inspiration to me would be my uncle because he is one. Truck driving is a great career because I will be working with a team traveling places,…

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    Scott Peterson Case Study

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    On December 24, 2002, Laci Denise Peterson was reported missing. At the time of her disappearance, she was eight months pregnant, planning to name her unborn son, Connor. The death of Laci Peterson is presumed to have been taken place on December 24, 2002. Scott Peterson was convicted for the murders of his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, 27, and their unborn son, Connor. He was convicted of first degree murder for the death of Laci and Second degree murder for the death of Connor). Scott Peterson…

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