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as in judge
chiefly British
a public official having authority to decide questions of law
received a stiff sentence from one of the harshest beaks in all of London
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Recent Examples of beak
Identifying the drinking fountains that had telltale cockatoo-use marks – beak bites in the plastic around the outlet – Klump and a team of scientists from Western Sydney University, The Australian National University and the University of Vienna set up cameras to monitor the birds' interactions.
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New Atlas, 4 June 2025
Instead, everything scientists know about the species has come from dead specimens captured in fishing nets or from beaks found in the stomachs of other animals.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2025
False killer whales — which are found throughout all the world’s oceans — are distinguished by their dark complexion, slender frame and lack of a beak, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 9 May 2025
He is joined by an Indian Runner Duck with autism, Fred, who creates beats with his beak, and the brown bear with Down Syndrome, Bearnice, who loves nothing more than dancing for the big crowd at the circus.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 29 Apr. 2025
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New Atlas, 4 June 2025
Instead, everything scientists know about the species has come from dead specimens captured in fishing nets or from beaks found in the stomachs of other animals.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2025
False killer whales — which are found throughout all the world’s oceans — are distinguished by their dark complexion, slender frame and lack of a beak, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 9 May 2025
He is joined by an Indian Runner Duck with autism, Fred, who creates beats with his beak, and the brown bear with Down Syndrome, Bearnice, who loves nothing more than dancing for the big crowd at the circus.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beak
Noun
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Vásquez Lasso hit Montano in the mouth area, and Montano shot the officer in the head, arm and leg as children and others in a nearby playground took cover.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The kind guard in the lobby and my mother’s terrible, open mouth.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Behind them were strobe lights and a striking LED screen backdrop splayed with lyrics and images of animated alligators shooting lasers from their snouts.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
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Keller noted that some airlines won't allow dogs with short snouts such as French Bulldogs to fly at all because of the stress that could put on the dog's ability to breathe.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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City Council President Mary Sheffield's office asked Corporation Counsel Conrad Mallett to clarify what is allowable under the judge's order.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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Daybell filed motions to have the judge replaced and to get her cases retried.—
Miguel Torres,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
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For Williams, all of life seems to be captured in the oversized mandibles of Spielberg’s enduring cinematic masterpiece.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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Thus: Arnold and his commando buddies fight an alien — a big, ugly, awesome one created by the Stan Winston studio with mandibles and long hair and the ability to disappear.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
9 June 2025
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Mid-engine layouts generally put the same components like radiators in the same places, and the Emira's shape follows its predecessors (as well as cars from McLaren or Ferrari) with large intake ducts straked across its doors and rear fenders, a low nose, and little overhang past the axles.—
Peter Nelson,
ArsTechnica,
1 Aug. 2025
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Allergic reactions can vary in severity from coughing and a runny nose to a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis.—
News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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After losing in court, Gawker filed for bankruptcy protection and sold itself to Univision in 2016.—
Rhett Bartlett,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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Steven Goncalves, Kaylee’s brother, was called to speak in court but unexpectedly declined to do so.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
24 July 2025
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On June 13, Whitson allegedly pushed one of the sheriff’s horses several times, hit the animal’s muzzle and pulled on its reins.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2025
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Judd pointed out what appears to be a gun’s muzzle flash in the corner of the video.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 May 2025
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Birmingham’s love for Osbourne was once again on show on Wednesday as fans turned the city’s famous Black Sabbath bench and mural into makeshift memorials for him.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
23 July 2025
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Devane Park turns a quiet traffic circle into an oasis with park benches, a cozy gazebo, and space for kids and dogs to burn off some energy.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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“Beak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beak. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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