jab to

Frequency: 5.82.9 per million words

usually followed by a body part, e.g., 'a jab to the ribs'

jabjab + PREPOSITION (sudden hit/push)

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Examples (10)

  • Scott gave him a sharp left jab to the ribs.
  • The boxer delivered a quick jab to his opponent's face.
  • She felt a sudden jab to her shoulder from behind.
  • He aimed a gentle jab to my arm to get my attention.
  • The nurse administered a vaccine jab to the patient's arm.
  • He received a painful jab to the eye during the fight.
  • The child gave a playful jab to her brother's side.
  • With a swift movement, he dealt a precise jab to the pressure point.
  • The sudden jab to the wound caused him to flinch.
  • A mosquito delivered a tiny jab to my ankle.