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midsection

[mid-sek-shuhn] / ˈmɪdˌsɛk ʃən /


NOUN
waist
Synonyms


NOUN
waist
Synonyms


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Scientists have long known that body composition changes with age, but exactly why fat tends to accumulate around the midsection has remained unclear.

From Science Daily Jun. 27, 2026

Gifted with every upsell in Hyundai’s ample larder, our Calligraphy AWD tester carried 364 pounds of extra luxury around its midsection, compared to the FWD model.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 8, 2026

By contrast, “Shadow Ticket” offers a wildly seductive overture, a companionable but occasionally slack midsection, and a haunting sucker punch of an ending.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 30, 2025

After the Chargers’ 22-10 win over the Las Vegas Raiders last Sunday, Bosa was wearing a large bandage around his midsection to hold a bag of ice on his lower back.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 12, 2024

“So,” I say, slouching down in the chair adjacent to the couch and clasping my hands over my midsection like I’ve got ALL the chill in the world.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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