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chest

[chest] / tʃɛst /
NOUN
box for storage
Synonyms
STRONGEST
trunk
STRONG
bin bureau cabinet carton case casket chiffonier coffer commode crate exchequer pyxis receptacle reliquary strongbox treasury
Antonyms
WEAK
back
NOUN
upper front of body
Synonyms
STRONGEST
breast heart rib cage
STRONG
bosom bust peritoneum ribs thorax
WEAK
mammary glands pulmonary cavity upper trunk
Antonyms
WEAK
back

Example Sentences

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If I were in Makhmudov's corner, I'd say rush him - not blindly, but get close, get on his chest and get in front of him.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

This is one film trailer keeping the cards close to its chest, and for good reason: “The Drama” is required viewing.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

This 12.5 foot-tall terracotta figure embodies various kinds of religious iconography all at once, from a Vishnu-like chest to a Christ-like beard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

At one point, Bucknor’s chin dropped to his chest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Always tucked in the breast pocket of my ratty coat, close to my chest.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse