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

The 66-year-old says he instantly recognised the jaws clenching onto his leg as those of a bull shark.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 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

All year, the Bears had defied logic with their uncanny ability to snatch victories from the jaws of defeat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

They finished up with lemonade sweet enough to make their jaws ache.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer