stab

Example Sentences

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"Abandon the direct negotiations... Don't be with them and stab us in the back," Qassem said.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

It became a viral sensation, spurring countless inspired products from Crumbl Cookies to Shake Shack desserts as well as major chocolate brands like Lindt and Godiva taking their own stab at the pistachio-filled confection.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

And let’s not forget John Mulaney’s stab at late-night experiment with the live series “Everybody’s in L.A.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Now a 10-year-old but a former winner of the Betfred Bowl at this meeting and he deserves this first stab at the race.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

She hung up, feeling a stab of guilt at cutting off Mamma’s well-intentioned advice.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon