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hamstring

[ham-string] / ˈhæmˌstrɪŋ /


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The 26-year-old missed nine games for Chelsea at the end of the season because of a hamstring injury.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

He left the game after that play in the fifth inning with a bruised right hamstring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

He was absent from the March internationals with a hamstring strain, however is hoping to be fit for some of the World Cup, which would be a massive boost for his country.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Earlier in the game Thursday, Dodgers starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski exited with a bruised right hamstring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

For hamstring stretches, one person lies on the grass on his back with his leg straight up, while the other person leans in and slowly presses the leg a little higher.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner




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