finger

Example Sentences

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As with any movie star, it’s tough to put a finger on the appeal of Grogu, even for the people who made him.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

How the Spurs’ star destroys NBA offenses without laying a finger on the ball.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Then, the sight that would have sent a chill up the spine of every Hearts fan - referee John Beaton stopping dead in his tracks with his finger to his ear.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The fancy vivid blue-green diamond is triangular in shape and "the size of the nail on your smallest finger" according to Fawcett.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

I frown at him and shove my finger against my lips.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam