dab
Example Sentences
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Learning from England mistakes in Perth and his own previous troubles in Australia, Root barely scored through the covers and largely put away any intention to dab the ball behind square on the off side.
From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025
He passed Ponting with a trademark dab through point.
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025
That extra dab of guacamole on a burrito is likely to cost more in coming days.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2025
Everyone’s favorite analog diarist is smack dab in the middle of a universe ruled by tech.
From Salon • Feb. 13, 2025
Mr. Griswold used the cuff of his suit jacket to dab a bead of sweat from his temple.
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
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