pinky

Example Sentences

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Burns and Carr did a pinky promise beforehand, pledging to stick together.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

My nails are almost always unpainted, wide and short, my pinky nail practically just a sliver.

From Salon • Aug. 13, 2025

The hand gesture most closely associated with surf culture, shaka is formed by making a fist with the thumb and pinky fingers extended.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2024

Some say the only requirement is an extended pinky and thumb.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

Joe has also come to have his pinky fingernail repainted by his aunt Pam.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe