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cheek

[cheek] / tʃik /
NOUN
side of human face
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A cheek has never been turned more obviously, publicly or sincerely.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Meloni received Rubio politely, with the customary Italian cheek kisses and brief hug, but without the demonstrative warmth she sometimes shows other dignitaries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

One man, who joined the SYP at the same time as Linden as a teenager, said Linden's touching, on the face or the cheek or the neck, was "relentless".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

At the end of their meeting, she kissed Arthur on the cheek.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Wearily, he laid his cheek against Moose and tried not to cry.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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