toothy

Example Sentences

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“Jaws,” released in America two years earlier, is still playing in the city of Recife, and the use of the toothy fish as a recurring motif suggests all norms are on hold while sharks rule.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

But since we know what that toothy nemesis is capable of, we almost feel sorry for the soldiers-for-hire that go up against it.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

He also came equipped with some personal features that fit the time period: Faxon is known for his toothy grin, which he was not asked to enhance or change.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2025

And, yes, she did so with a strained reference to one of the most popular songs from the musical Wicked, topped off with a toothy smile and a wink-wink.

From Slate • Dec. 7, 2024

Just as I let myself exhale, Jarvis flashes that toothy smile.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin