hackling

"The farmer carefully hackled the flax, drawing it across the coarse teeth to remove the unwanted parts and prepare the fibers for spinning into linen. "

"We usually have family dinner in the afternoon. "

"The dry-stone wall used a large, flat through to support the top stones. "

"The store had many different dress separates for sale. "

"The farmer used the hackle to comb out the tangled hemp fibers. "

"When I give the signal, pull the rope."

"I spun myself around a few times."

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"Lest anyone find her treasure, she tore the map asunder and cast its pieces into the wind."

"The preparation for the upcoming science test was thorough. "

"The farmer carefully pulled the flax stalks through the hatchel, separating the long, useful fibers from the woody waste. "

"The team is drawing up a new plan for the project. "