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stabs
verb(stab)
stab or pierce
Synonyms: jab,
stabs
noun(stab)
a sudden sharp feeling
Synonyms: pang, twinge,
Examples:
She felt a stab of excitement.
stabs
verb(stab)
use a knife on
Synonyms: knife,
stabs
noun(stab)
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
Synonyms: knife thrust, thrust,
Examples:
One strong stab to the heart killed him.
stabs
verb(stab)
poke or thrust abruptly
Synonyms: dig, jab, poke, prod,
stabs
noun(stab)
informal words for any attempt or effort
Synonyms: shot,
Examples:
He took a stab at forecasting.

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