- plural of talon.
talons
Example Sentences
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“Cell phone video confirmed that the adult was able to fend off the other eagles by turning over and using its talons, but was unable to fly far away,” the organization said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Actress Emma Corrin was also in attendance in an incredible pastel-coloured feather jacket, complete with some very dangerous looking talons.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
At the same time, bald eagles were rumored to sometimes kidnap human babies and fly away with them in their talons.
From Slate ● Feb. 21, 2026
In owls, for example, touch centers that typically correspond to face touch are devoted solely to talons.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2024
Her hands tense up, her fingers looking like talons.
From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle
