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Pulley History

Description:

A pulley is a simple machine made of a wheel and a rope, cable, or chain. It is used to lift heavy objects by changing the direction of the force applied. Pulleys have a rich history that dates back thousands of years and have been utilized in various industries and cultures worldwide.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The pulley is an important tool in mechanical engineering.
2. The ancient Greeks developed the earliest known use of pulleys.
3. The weight was hoisted using a single pulley.

As a verb:

1. They pulleyed the cargo up to the top floor efficiently.
2. We need to pulley the flag down before the storm arrives.
3. Please pulley the curtains open to let in some light.

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