gag
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It is, in fact, difficult to tally all the ways in which this gag order is unlawful.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
Once, Manzo stood outside a hospital with a poster and gag over his mouth until a patient was granted surgery.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
However, Kimmel brushed off the criticism in a monologue on his talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" late on Monday, saying that the gag was "obviously... a joke about their age difference."
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Many of those who have been released are under gag orders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
In 1836, near the end of Jackson’s second term, Congress adopted a gag rule that banned any discussion of petitions or legislation related to slavery.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
Vocabulary lists containing gag
Back-Words: Palindromes
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Scrabble: Palindrome Words
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Road Home
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
