burly
Example Sentences
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Abdullah was known for his burly figure and his warm smile.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Senator Markwayne Mullin, nominated to head the Department of Homeland Security, is a burly former wrestler, a mixed martial arts fighter and a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
Norway’s Sven Seljom, a burly 57, described how he uses black Norwegian oats and prefers to use a spatula, to a chorus of boos.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025
A burly bearded man in a blue tunic moved swiftly through grassy stubble on a windswept road in rural Damascus, collecting bones with his bare hands.
From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025
A burly man in a sleeveless shirt stood up near the front of the room.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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