tongue
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He looked like Bill the Cat in the “Bloom County” comic strip as he stuck out his tongue and made a sound that sounded like “Aack.”
From Salon • May 22, 2026
Researchers found that the glacier lost not only this floating ice tongue, but also a large section of grounded ice resting on a flat area of bedrock.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
It was designed by James Whiting who said that it was intended as a "tongue in cheek" and humourous presentation.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“But it was probably the most profound. I couldn’t even talk after surgery. I mean, I’m pretty sure they had my tongue out on a table.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
“Yes, I can see well enough,” I managed in the French that still tasted new on my tongue, and then tried to figure out what else a competent, sophisticated girl might say in response.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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