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Vocabulary Entry
yawner
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person or thing that yawns, or an instance of yawning.
Example Sentences
"The yawner in the back row disrupted the lecture."
"She stifled a yawn to avoid being rude during dinner."
"His long yawn indicated how tired he was."
V
verb
To open the mouth wide and take a deep breath, usually because of tiredness or boredom.
Example Sentences
"I couldn't help but yawn during the boring presentation."
"He yawned loudly, causing others to start yawning as well."
"After staying up late, I found myself yawning all morning."