jab

Example Sentences

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Then an allergist jabbed him with a needle.

From The Wall Street Journal

The creatures’ enthusiasm was dangerous; there were golden horns against his legs, jabbing at his hands.

From Literature

“Well, it sailed without her, so…” I jab Lizzie with a shut up elbow.

From Literature

It is known that rapid weight loss can lead to gallstones, including in people that have been on severe diets - without the use of jabs.

From BBC

We’re talking software that feels smooth like a brand new smartphone, not a screen you have to jab five times to load a map.

From The Wall Street Journal