gnashes

[US]/næʃɪz/
[UK]/næʃɪz/

Translation

v.to grind or strike the teeth together, typically in anger or pain
n.the act of grinding or striking the teeth

Phrases & Collocations

gnashes teeth

gnashes in anger

gnashes in pain

gnashes loudly

gnashes with rage

gnashes in frustration

gnashes at foes

gnashes in despair

gnashes teeth fiercely

gnashes when provoked

Example Sentences

the dog gnashes its teeth when it feels threatened.

he gnashes his teeth in frustration over the situation.

she heard the sound of gnashing teeth in the dark.

the angry child gnashes his teeth at his parents.

in the horror movie, the monster gnashes its teeth menacingly.

she gnashes her teeth every time she loses a game.

the wolf gnashes its teeth as it prepares to attack.

he couldn't help but gnash his teeth at the unfair treatment.

the toddler gnashes his teeth when he is angry.

gnashing teeth can be a sign of anxiety or stress.

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