peck

Example Sentences

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Brian’s home sits on a dirt lot, where several chickens peck at the weeds next to a table under a large tarp that blocks the sun during hot summer months.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

The lanky Yank had driven the spud-loving critter off his land more times than he could count, and the $10 he’d invested in a peck of potato seeds was disappearing with every bite.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2024

Mr Rubiales has always maintained the kiss was a "consensual peck", but in the wake of the incident, he was forced to resign as president of the Spanish football federation.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

The girl turned away before he could give her a peck on the head.

From Washington Times • Nov. 19, 2023

I guess we’ve passed inspection because she gives Hannah a peck on the cheek.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina