mouthed
Example Sentences
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When Trump praised Rubio during his State of the Union, the secretary mouthed “thank you,” placed a hand on his heart, and briefly stood to acknowledge the applause before ducking back into his seat.
From Slate ● Apr. 6, 2026
In a second phase of the study, the researchers simulated how the body might process lead if children mouthed or chewed on clothing.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 2, 2026
In our century, it’s been reworked for the screen more than 50 times, and mouthed by everyone from Ethan Hawke and Danny Devito to Shelley Long.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 25, 2025
The midfielder pointed to match-winner Hamza Igamane and mouthed the Moroccan's name after his stunning strike clinched a second Old Firm win in a row.
From BBC ● Mar. 16, 2025
Her pale lips mouthed, “Come back soon,” although she said nothing aloud.
From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman
