cheek

Example Sentences

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The two County Championship matches he played for Durham in May were also his first in two years, after the start to his season was delayed by the recovery from a broken cheek.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

"We can't just keep taking blows, turning the other cheek, taking more blows, and then turning the other cheek again," she added.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Her face remained impassive even as tears formed and began to travel down her cheek.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

A cheek has never been turned more obviously, publicly or sincerely.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

I reach up, hugging her neck, feeling her long, furry face against my cheek.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes