snake spits

Frequency: 6.88.5 per million words

to eject saliva or venom from the mouth

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Examples (10)

  • The frightened snake spits a warning before striking.
  • Certain species of snakes are known to spit their venom.
  • Did you see how that snake fiercely spat at the intruder?
  • A defensive snake will often spit if it feels threatened.
  • Some snakes spit their venom to blind their prey.
  • The zookeeper warned that the snake sometimes spits when agitated.
  • He read that some snakes don't just bite; they also spit.
  • If cornered, a snake might spit as its primary defense.
  • The documentary illustrated how a snake accurately spits its defense.
  • Watch out, that snake may spit if you get too close.