thunks

The functions without parameters are called thunks and their purpose is to delay the evaluation of the code in argument positions, circumventing standard applicative order evaluation.

Planet Identity 2008

The functions without parameters are called thunks

Planet Identity 2008

I have seen some of the sheet type that say "Happy Birthday," however I am willing to bet that "thunks" was added after the fact.

How Do You Spell Success? Jen 2009

I've heard quieter "thunks" at a Monster Truck rally.

Blazer's Edge 2009

I read the writing on the "thunks" cake as "Drunks" =) T and h get into Dr quite well =)))

How Do You Spell Success? Jen 2009

And then the press thunks its collective head when Americans view news organizations as biased?

Ugly politics: How low can we go? 2010

(Soundbite of thunks) Ms. BARROW: The music of the jars.

Overloaded From Your Garden? Just Can It 2010

(Soundbite of thunks) Ms. BARROW: The music of the jars.

Overloaded From Your Garden? Just Can It 2010

(Soundbite of thunks) Ms. BARROW: The music of the jars.

Overloaded From Your Garden? Just Can It 2010

 He started turning the dial absently with meaty thunks.

The Nielsens (part two) Michael Larkin 2010