She sat on pins and needles, waiting for the admission decision email.

The Prussian army's adoption of the needle gun revolutionized mid-19th-century warfare.

During the overhaul, the technician adjusted the needle valves to regulate the fuel flow precisely.

The technician detected noise coming from a worn needle bearing and ordered a replacement before the machine failed.

The seamstress squinted as she tried to thread the tiny eyes of needles under the sewing lamp.

He threaded the heavy packing needle and began stitching the torn canvas sack shut.

The technician used a packing-needle to seal the delicate valve during assembly.

After the storm, the backyard carpet was thick with pine needles.

I sorted the sewing needles into a small tin before starting the quilt.

The sewing needle landed on the reed, its iridescent body catching the morning light.