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muzzle

[muhz-uhl] / ˈmʌz əl /
NOUN
covering for control
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Deborah famously tried to muzzle Ava a few times, only to back off when she realized that by hurting her protégé, she was wounding herself.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Media monitors have criticised the junta for weaponising the legislation to muzzle journalists and social media users critical of their takeover.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

Despite suffering from "numerous" bald patches, a torn muzzle, and repairs to both pads on his paws and feet, the Edwardian bear attracted a lot of interest ahead of the sale.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

Because no shell casings or muzzle flash was seen in surveillance video, police suspect the shooter used an airsoft handgun.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

He presses his muzzle into it, his neck arched and nostrils flared.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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