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English to English adjective satellite
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gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something |  | Example: the yawning mine shaft
a yawning abyss
source: wordnet30
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with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness | | Example: a yawning congregation
source: wordnet30
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showing lack of attention or boredom | | Example: the yawning congregation
source: wordnet30 noun
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an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom | | Example: he could not suppress a yawn
the yawning in the audience told him it was time to stop
he apologized for his oscitancy
source: wordnet30
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