hawseholes

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

"The train passed through the tunnel. "

"The tugboat strained against the thick hawser, slowly pulling the large cargo ship into the harbor. "

"It was mayhem in the thick of battle."

"tightly clenched fingers"

"By now, you must surely know which is which."

"The captain used the heavy anchor to secure the boat in the harbor. "

"The sailboat moored safely in the harbor. "

"The librarian is securing the valuable books behind a glass display case. "

"The cat was sleeping on the couch, but when I came back, it had disappeared. "

"Rattle the can of cat treats if you need to find Fluffy."

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