scissors
Example Sentences
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She folded the paper and tried to tear it as neatly as possible when she wasn’t allowed scissors to make a logo.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
It was as if she had abstracted herself from scissors and spectators, projecting not so much courage as strength.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Under normal conditions, EXO1 functions like a pair of molecular scissors, helping trim and repair damaged DNA.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
There is some debate over what to call Bianco’s mustache, which he said he grooms himself with scissors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
Mama placed her scissors back in her sewing box.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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