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
Dubois set up a knockdown with a sharp double jab followed by a left hook, sending Harper to the canvas.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
"Go back to your boxing. Get that jab working," his trainer urged.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Pakistan's defence minister, whose government has offered to host talks between Iranian and American envoys to stop the war, appeared to take a jab at the US operation that has closed the key waterway.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
He cried out as another jab of pain shot along his arm.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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