sinkers

[US]/[ˈsɪŋkəz]/
[UK]/[ˈsɪŋkərz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A weight used to keep a fishing line submerged.; A player who is easily defeated or a poor performer.; A deceptive play or tactic, especially in sports.; A person who fails to achieve success.

Phrases & Collocations

fishing sinkers

lead sinkers

sinkers rattled

using sinkers

heavy sinkers

sinkers dropped

buying sinkers

steel sinkers

sinkers sank

small sinkers

Example Sentences

the fishing line was weighed down with sinkers to help it reach the bottom.

he used heavy sinkers to cast the lure further into the lake.

we experimented with different sizes of sinkers to find the best setup.

the sinkers rattled against the rocks as the line settled.

he checked his tackle box and found a variety of sinkers.

the current was strong, so we needed heavier sinkers to hold the bottom.

he lost a few sinkers while reeling in the fish.

split shot sinkers are a convenient way to add weight to the line.

the angler carefully selected the right sinkers for the conditions.

he added a small sinker just above the hook to improve the bait's presentation.

we organized our sinkers by weight in a small tackle box.

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