jab

Example Sentences

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He also took a jab at the private equity industry, which has been the subject of criticism in past missives to his shareholders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Penygraig's Edwards started the brighter and picked up the first couple of rounds after landing quick counter right hands and utilising the jab effectively.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The Zimbabwe-born heavyweight's jab was largely non-existent but an overhand right - a trademark Chisora shot - stunned Wilder in the fifth.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Weight-loss jab Wegovy will be offered for free on the NHS to more than a million people in England at risk of heart attacks and strokes.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

My jab elicited laughter from a few of his friends and the other students standing nearby.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline