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jaws

NOUN
maw
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The question many are asking with gaped jaws: How could this have possibly happened?

From Slate Aug. 19, 2026

It inherently asks us to consume these people and needs us to in order to make money, but sometimes consumers want to unhinge their jaws and eat these stars whole, a frightening and unsettling behavior.

From Slate Aug. 5, 2026

The right dose protects them, but too much can stunt their growth or glue their jaws shut.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

When Rams coach Sean McVay delivered the news to members of the nonprofits at Rams training camp Monday, kids’ jaws dropped as the group broke into applause.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

After the jaws of the trap had been wrapped, Grandpa unwound the wire from the spring and released it.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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