cheek

Example Sentences

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To put it another way, I have the right to turn my cheek.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"The IOC considers that SRY gene screening via saliva, cheek swab or blood sample is unintrusive compared to other possible methods," it said.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Based on moderate wear on its cheek teeth, the individual likely died in early to middle adulthood.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

In early scenes, he has a small curved line denoting a chubby chin, which changes over time to straight lines on each cheek, narrowing his face when he is old and infirm.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Jonathan put his cheek on the dog’s neck and rubbed his ears.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret