agape

Example Sentences

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There I was, learning about the end of this particular chapter of democracy while trying on jorts 50 percent off at a Gap Outlet, my mouth agape at the not-surprising but still-shocking news.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2024

Rafael Nadal, left arm across his chest, feet levitating above the court and mouth agape, has just walloped a trademark forehand winner.

From BBC • May 24, 2024

In one thread, a man fails to contain his awe at the power of nuclear energy, and ultimately finds himself split into dozens of clones, staring, mouth agape, on another plane of existence.

From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2024

The record stops spinning, and fellow Barbies and Kens stop dancing and stare with mouths agape.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2023

There were too many eyes and mouths agape, accusing and murmuring.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia