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Screw Definition & Meaning

1. A metal fastener with a helical thread that is used to join two objects together.

Example: I need a screw to attach the hinge to the door.

2. To twist or turn something using a screwdriver or similar tool.

Example: Can you help me screw in this light bulb?

3. To cheat or deceive someone.

Example: He screwed me over by not paying me for the work i did.

4. To cause someone to experience difficulty or hardship.

Example: His reckless behavior screwed up his chances of getting the job.

5. A slang term for sexual intercourse.

Example: They went to the bedroom to screw.

Examples of the word screw used in sentences.

  • Can you help me unscrew this jar lid?
  • The screw on my sunglasses came loose, and I can't fix it.
  • My brother always manages to screw things up whenever he tries to help.
  • I need a screw to hang this picture on the wall.
  • Be careful not to screw in the lightbulb too tightly, or it might break.
  • I need to tighten the screw on my glasses before they fall apart.
  • I accidentally screwed up my schedule and missed the bus.
  • The mechanic had to replace the screw in the engine to fix the problem.
  • The politician tried to screw the people with his corrupt policies.
  • The carpenter used a screw to fasten the wooden boards together.
  • The company's reputation was screwed after the scandal leaked to the media.
  • The carpenter used a power drill to speed up the screwing process.
  • I need to tighten this screw in order to fix the broken table leg.
  • Can you pass me the screwdriver so I can screw in this hinge?
  • I can't seem to unscrew this bottle cap, it's on too tight.
  • She screwed the lid on the jar tightly to keep the food fresh.
  • Don't screw up this important meeting with the investors.
  • He tried to screw me over on the deal, but I saw through his scheme.
  • The assembly instructions are confusing, I think we're missing a few screws.
  • I need a screwdriver to tighten the screws on this shelf.
  • The politician's scandalous behavior was a clear indication that he was trying to screw the system.
  • The carpenter screwed the wooden planks tightly together to ensure durability.
  • I had to use a screwdriver to tighten the loose screw on my chair.
  • My professor is always trying to screw me over with his tough grading criteria.
  • The company screwed up big time by not delivering the product on time.
  • After the repairman tightened the screw, the leak in the faucet was fixed.
  • The teacher told the student that if he didn't study, he would "screw" himself over on the exam.
  • He didn't have the right screwdriver for the job, so he had to make do with what he had.
  • The politician tried to screw the public out of their money with a hidden tax.
  • The boss felt as though someone was trying to screw him over when his employee quit without giving notice.
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