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Yawn

noun
/jɔːn/

Meaning

an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom

Example Sentences

She couldn't suppress a yawn during the boring lecture.

Synonyms

gape, stretch, drowse, tired breath

Antonyms

alertness, attention, wakefulness, energy

Collocations

big yawn, suppress a yawn, contagious yawn

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