Loops
Straps
Both words in one sentence
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A common complaint amongst infantrymen before current MOLLE-loop body armor came into common use was the overabundance of straps, loops and belts.
Source: Too Many Belts -
Historical sword belts and scabbards can often have multiple straps, loops and buckles for comfortable, efficient and non-obtrusive carry.
Source: Too Many Belts - The leather straps that standing passengers in the New York City subway once held onto were replaced with metal loops by 1970 due to health concerns about the leather.
Source: Artifact Title / Real Life
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