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slack-jawed

American

[slak-jawd] / ˈslækˈdʒɔd /

adjective

having the mouth open, especially as an indication of astonishment, bewilderment, etc.

Etymology

Origin of slack-jawed

slack jaw + -ed ³

Example Sentences

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He confidently illustrates what he’s deduced by drawing a grid on a whiteboard and yammering as his suspects and colleagues watch, slack-jawed.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2025

Pattinson has incredible physical control over both 17’s slack-jawed, knock-kneed cartoon and his identical opposite.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2025

If all you’re offering your kid is a slack-jawed look bathed in phone glow, what are they learning about how to interact with humans?

From Slate • Nov. 16, 2024

What happened next left commenters slack-jawed on social media.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 9, 2024

Colin was staring at it somewhat slack-jawed when Lindsey poked him softly on the arm.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green

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