paal

/ pɑːl /

noun

1. a stake driven into the ground

Word History and Origins

Origin of paal¹

from Dutch: a pile, stake

Example Sentences

“This case has a lot of conflicting rights, a lot of conflicting obligations and a lot of conflicting politics,” said Paal Nesse, the head of Norwegian Organization for Asylum Seekers, a nonprofit providing legal aid to applicants.

From New York Times

"Beijing does indeed have multiple audiences to consider," said Douglas Paal, a former U.S. representative in Taiwan.

From Reuters

That’s in line with what PAAL, the Parent Artist Advocacy League for Performing Arts and Media, has found at other theaters experimenting with child care programs.

From New York Times

“I don’t see this as helping keep the region calm and Taiwan safe,” said Douglas Paal, a former unofficial U.S. ambassador to Taiwan.

From Reuters

Norway’s second skier was Paal Golberg, who was 11th in the 15-kilometer classic race.

From Seattle Times