ribs

Example Sentences

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It’s Didion’s ability to undermine — to slip a blade between the ribs — in a single sentence that has always thrilled the critic in me.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

American and Chinese business leaders dotted the hall, tucking into dishes like lobster in tomato soup, crispy beef ribs, Beijing roast duck and tiramisu.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Piled high with chicken fingers, chicken wings, spare ribs and teriyaki skewers crowded around a blue Sterno flame, Pu Pu Platters are a beloved menu mainstay throughout the six states.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Traditionally, scientists rely on larger bones like ribs or femurs for this type of analysis, but the results suggest the hyoid may be just as useful.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

He laughs, and the sound loosens something behind my ribs.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison