bare one's teeth

Frequency: 4.01.9 per million words

To show one's teeth, often in a threatening or aggressive way, like an animal.

toothVERB + TEETH

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bare

Examples (10)

  • The dog bared its teeth at us and growled.
  • The wolf bared its teeth as the hunters approached.
  • He bared his teeth in a savage grin.
  • The monkeys bared their teeth to warn off the intruders.
  • The cornered animal bared its teeth, ready to strike.
  • She bared her teeth in frustration when the plan failed.
  • The stray cat bared its teeth and hissed.
  • The tiger bared its teeth, letting out a low rumble.
  • Watch out; the guard dog will bare its teeth if you get too close.
  • Having bared its teeth, the beast lunged forward.