S&M
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Etymology
Origin of S&M
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Metallica: S&M 2 This concert special features the rock group Metallica collaborating with the San Francisco Symphony conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas and Edwin Outwater.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2020
The albums feature mash-ups and covers of songs like Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone," Rihanna's "S&M" and La Roux's "Bulletproof."
From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2013
Tisci, an Italian whose S&M aesthetic has won him critical acclaim, had edged away from his signature hardcore look in seasons past, delivering more ethnic-inspired collections.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 25, 2010
After working with S&M and Tip, Davenport obviously has some great relationships with a ton of good BMX shops - possibly some that Greasy Comb currently doesn't have.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Our frames, forks, handlebars, stems and sprockets are all made in the USA at S&M bikes.
From Time Magazine Archive
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