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Definitions
Noun
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plural of drill

"The new recruits spent hours on hand drills to improve their grip and stamina."

Verb
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Third-person singular simple present indicative form of drill

"The mechanic drills a hole into the metal bracket."

In plain English: To drill means to practice something repeatedly until you get really good at it.

"The new employees went through safety drills before leaving for lunch."

Example Sentences
"The new employees went through safety drills before leaving for lunch." verb
"The coach drills us on our defense every afternoon." verb
"I must drill for my speech tonight before the big meeting." verb
"She drilled holes in the wood to hang the shelf." verb
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