tooth

Example Sentences

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When bacteria spread into the tissues surrounding the tooth root, the immune system reacts.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

A painful tooth, or even one that simply feels unusual, could point to more than a dental problem.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

One farmer in Scotland, where the eagles were reintroduced in 1975, said those in Exmoor should fight plans "tooth and nail" or risk losing lambs to the birds.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

In anticipation of Sunday, I’ve been stocking up on all the ingredients I’ll need to make a dessert that’s guaranteed to satisfy my mom’s sweet tooth.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

I slipped the paper under my arm and hurried off before he started making a fuss about cracking a tooth on that biscuit.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan