cheek

Example Sentences

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Her face remained impassive even as tears formed and began to travel down her cheek.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

It was designed by James Whiting who said that it was intended as a "tongue in cheek" and humourous presentation.

From BBC • May 18, 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

Yardy's tongue is slightly in his cheek - but that is a question now facing the world game.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

He winked at me, then kissed his mother on the cheek and left.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff