a rigid bar used to exert pressure or lift a weight, including tools like pry bars or crowbars

car bumper

parallel bars (gymnastics event)

a gymnastics apparatus consisting of a horizontal metal bar; the event performed on this apparatus

uneven bars (gymnastics)

to argue for the sake of arguing or contradict someone stubbornly

a thick bar, rod, or lever made of wood or metal

extortion by taking advantage of someone's weakness

a person hired to carry a coffin during a traditional funeral procession

the leader of a group of coffin bearers in a traditional Chinese funeral

to get into a dispute with

to cross out

a young person who pursues multiple careers simultaneously; a slashie

excellent; top-notch (originally Northeast China dialect)

to shake, rock, or sway unsteadily

pursuing multiple career paths concurrently; relating to a portfolio career or a 'slashie' lifestyle

(Tw) to lose one's shirt (gambling); to meet with failure

A horizontal rod, rail, or crossbar used as a physical support or barrier.

the use of borrowed capital for an investment to increase potential returns

The use of borrowed funds or debt to increase the potential return of an investment.

deleveraging (i.e. paying off part of a leverage loan)

to sharpen a knife, razor, or other blade

trapeze (gymnastics)