jaws
Britishplural noun
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the narrow opening of some confined place such as a gorge
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a dangerously close position
the jaws of death
Example Sentences
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The nests were not limited to hutia jaws.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
First-responders used the jaws of life to free the vehicle’s passengers, according to media reports.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
In keeping with my longstanding policy of avoiding actions that might put me between the jaws of a crocodile, the expedition is not exactly the kind that might entice me to find my wading boots.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026
The ability to rescue victory from the jaws of defeat, to conjure three points from the ashes.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026
He wondered if the metal rods could withstand a full-frontal attack from Dozer’s and Petunia’s massive teeth, enormous heads, and vise-grip jaws.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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