jaws

Example Sentences

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First-responders used the jaws of life to free the vehicle’s passengers, according to media reports.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

In his sister's room in Southampton, Thomas found a cellar spider carrying a ball of eggs in her jaws.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The drama was reminiscent of United's glory days under Alex Ferguson when victory was often snatched from the jaws of defeat.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

At the time, most researchers thought these animals primarily detected sound through bone conduction, or through so-called "jaw listening," by placing their lower jaws against the ground to sense vibrations.

From Science Daily • Jan. 19, 2026

Beowulf was growling like a mad thing, and Cassiopeia’s jaws were locked on to the sleeve of a man in a long black coat, who was trying unsuccessfully to shake her off.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood