as in bite
a small piece or quantity of food
took a small mouthful of the soup to see if she liked it
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Recent Examples of mouthful
Still, some marine mammals can’t resist a mouthful of unsalted goodness.
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Sara Kiley Watson,
Popular Science,
18 Mar. 2026
The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.
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Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
Any notion that the Broncos were scraping by was met with a mouthful of bristles from Sean Payton.
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Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
McCarthy says her trim figure was the result of not being able to eat much due to a mouthful of stitches.
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Gillian Telling,
PEOPLE,
26 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mouthful
Sara Kiley Watson,
Popular Science,
18 Mar. 2026
The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.
—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
Any notion that the Broncos were scraping by was met with a mouthful of bristles from Sean Payton.
—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
McCarthy says her trim figure was the result of not being able to eat much due to a mouthful of stitches.
—
Gillian Telling,
PEOPLE,
26 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mouthful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mouthful
Noun
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The state averages about eight unprovoked bites each year, according to the FWC, which runs a statewide program to address complaints concerning specific alligators believed to pose a threat to people, pets or property.
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Keeping bug spray handy can help protect against annoying bites, while placing citronella candles around your yard or patio can keep pests at bay, especially once the sun sets.
Noun
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The second film was a bit too bloated for my tastes and one that didn’t add much to what came before.
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These insights from local chefs offer visitors an authentic taste of each host city's unique culinary identity.
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For pre-dinner drinks and nibbles, a table on the terrace at Le 300 is in high demand.
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The match will be shown on the museum’s South Terrace, with drinks for sale from the museum’s Park View Bar, and nibbles from its Bourke Street Bakery popup, featuring Australian and American traditional and classic treats.
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“Mouthful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mouthful. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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