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railroad tie
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Noun1.railroad tie - one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway trackrailroad tie - one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track; "the British call a railroad tie a sleeper"
crosstie, sleeper, tie
bracing, brace - a structural member used to stiffen a framework
railroad track, railway, railroad - a line of track providing a runway for wheels; "he walked along the railroad track"
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Metrolink crews to replace rail ties LANCASTER -- Metrolink crews will be replacing railroad ties between the Lancaster and Newhall stations today and Sunday, but will offer bus service between the two stations to keep passengers moving.
AROUND THE REGION by Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
Lawrence-Atlantic Railway for repairs to track, bridges, rail ties, and surfacing improvements.
In it for the short haul: keeping Huron Central Railway alive is key ... by Ross, Ian / Northern Ontario Business
CSX to begin rail tie replacements The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has announced that an eight-day rail-tie replacement project will begin today by CSX, which is responsible for train dispatching and track maintenance on the Worcester Commuter Rail Line.
REGIONAL DIGEST by Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA)
 
 
 
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