floss

Example Sentences

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Dances, for instance, may mimic animal behaviors, or reference popular moments from the series, such as getting grannies to floss.

From Los Angeles Times

Brands are trying to elevate brushing and flossing from a tedious chore to an indulgent ritual.

From The Wall Street Journal

Theseus found his way out of the labyrinth by trailing a thread behind him; to Penelope this seemed a waste of good embroidery floss.

From Literature

The 35-year-old, who struggles with her mental health, says it feels like she is "flossing her brain".

From BBC

If you are brushing once a day then he recommends it be in the evening and make sure you also floss.

From BBC