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jaws

British  
/ dʒɔːz /

plural noun

  1. the narrow opening of some confined place such as a gorge

  2. a dangerously close position

    the jaws of death
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Much larger harvester ants stand nearby with their serrated jaws open, appearing vulnerable.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

Once again, Eddie Howe's side conspired to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory after the visitors conceded two late goals in a 2-1 loss against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

But defeat has been clutched from the jaws of victory before.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 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

The rusty metal jaws creaked, then started to separate.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce

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