100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "tongue"

Definition

Tongue (noun) refers to:

1. A muscular organ in the mouth of humans and many animals, used for tasting, swallowing, and articulating speech.
2. A language, especially one that is native to a particular region or group (e.g., "the English tongue").
3. A specific manner of speaking or style of expression (e.g., "he spoke in a harsh tongue").
4. A part of certain instruments, such as a reed in a woodwind instrument.

Synonyms

• Language
• Dialect
• Speech
• Jargon
• Lingo
• Voice
• Vernacular
• Style
• Expression

Antonyms

• Silence
• Muteness
• Taciturnity
• Reticence

Examples

1. She tongued the sweet candy.
2. He tongued the roof of his mouth to find the right words.
3. The dog tongued the water from the bowl.
4. She tongued her ice cream slowly to savor the flavor.
5. He tongued the words of the song as he listened.
6. The chef tongued the sauce to check the seasoning.
7. She tongued the paper to seal the envelope.
8. He tongued his lips nervously before speaking.
9. The child tongued the chocolate off his fingers.
10. She tongued her way through the difficult pronunciation.
11. He tongued the note he was trying to play on his flute.
12. She tongued the edge of the envelope before opening it.
13. The artist tongued the paintbrush to give it a fine tip.
14. He tongued the words of the poem with passion.
15. She tongued the hot soup to cool it down.
16. He tongued the words carefully to not mispronounce.
17. The baby tongued the toy as he explored it.
18. She tongued the salt from her lips after tasting it.
19. He tongued the air, trying to catch the scent of the food.
20. She tongued the edges of the paper before folding it.
21. He tongued the words in his head before speaking.
22. The musician tongued the reed to start the melody.
23. She tongued the lid off the jar.
24. He tongued the ice cube in his drink.
25. The student tongued the language with ease.
26. She tongued the frosting from the bowl.
27. He tongued the microphone to ensure it was working.
28. She tongued the wine glass before raising it.
29. He tongued the water before diving in.
30. The teacher tongued the difficult vocabulary words.
31. The chef tongued the dish to make sure it was perfect.
32. She tongued the chocolate sauce on her dessert.
33. He tongued the gummy bear, relishing in its sweetness.
34. She tongued the pencil to get the lead out.
35. He tongued the bread to check its freshness.
36. The child tongued the cereal as he ate.
37. She tongued the words of encouragement to her friend.
38. He tongued the edge of the cake before serving.
39. She tongued the salt on her fish.
40. He tongued the air to find the source of the smell.
41. She tongued the note in her mind before writing it down.
42. He tongued the sugar cube before dropping it in.
43. She tongued the lid shut on the container.
44. He tongued the lyrics of the song he loved.
45. She tongued the chocolate with delight.
46. He tongued the notes in the music sheet.
47. She tongued the pencil while brainstorming.
48. He tongued the cake batter to taste it.
49. She tongued the edges of the fabric while sewing.
50. He tongued the soup before serving it.
51. She tongued the words under her breath.
52. He tongued the paper before crumpling it.
53. She tongued the lemon to make a face.
54. He tongued the candy wrapper open.
55. She tongued the ice cream cone carefully.
56. He tongued the surface of the dish before cleaning.
57. She tongued the syrup on her pancakes.
58. He tongued the edge of the coin for luck.
59. She tongued the words as they came to her.
60. He tongued the feather gently.
61. She tongued the frosting from the spatula.
62. He tongued the soup to check how hot it was.
63. She tongued the edges of the envelope nervously.
64. He tongued the honey off his fingers.
65. She tongued the words of wisdom from her grandmother.
66. He tongued the note and put it away.
67. She tongued the ink from the pen.
68. He tongued the yogurt with a spoon.
69. She tongued the edges of the letter before sending it.
70. He tongued the sauce to get the right flavor.
71. She tongued the words of the prayer quietly.
72. He tongued the air, tasting the freshness.
73. She tongued the cheese curds with delight.
74. He tongued the edges of the puzzle piece.
75. She tongued the marshmallow before roasting it.
76. He tongued the rough surface of the stone.
77. She tongued the rim of the glass before drinking.
78. He tongued the candy bar wrapper.
79. She tongued the sauce as she cooked.
80. He tongued the sound of the wind.
81. She tongued the paper to smooth it out.
82. He tongued the words of the letter he received.
83. She tongued the icing off the cake.
84. He tongued the edge of the cup nervously.
85. She tongued the message to her friend.
86. He tongued the candy cane in his mouth.
87. She tongued the lyrics of the song in her car.
88. He tongued the letter before folding it.
89. She tongued the wet paint with a brush.
90. He tongued the bottom of the bowl for leftovers.
91. She tongued the seeds of the fruit.
92. He tongued the flame to see if it was lit.
93. She tongued the ball of yarn.
94. He tongued the paint to ensure it was mixed well.
95. She tongued the surface of the water.
96. He tongued the taste of the spices.
97. She tongued the honey from the jar.
98. He tongued the envelope to lick it shut.
99. She tongued the words of the fairy tale.
100. He tongued the necklace as he put it on.