spittle
Example Sentences
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Kirsh can’t resist taunting his foe through milky spittle, reminding Morrow that John Henry died of exhaustion.
From Salon ● Sep. 24, 2025
I learned how to inject different kinds of medication into Paul’s stomach tube and use a type of dentistry device to suction the spittle accumulating in his mouth.
From Slate ● Feb. 4, 2025
Measles, which can be prevented by vaccination, is an airborne disease spread by the coughs, sneezes and spittle of those infected.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 3, 2023
At jazz band practice, the teacher, Eva Aneshansley, mindful of spittle, slides a trash can beside a trumpeter.
From New York Times ● Oct. 6, 2022
One time when I flung it, a spray of dog spittle flew off the toy, splattering both of us.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
