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muscle

[muhs-uhl] / ˈmʌs əl /
NOUN
large fibers of animal body
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Google has the most financial muscle of any of the big techs, but its recent strong momentum in AI is by no means assured of sticking that long.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

"The cervical vertebrae of Kank show special structures for muscle attachment and the protection of neck blood vessels, features particularly important in modern birds with complex neck movements, such as herons," says Dr. Motta.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Messi had been substituted during Inter Miami's latest Major League Soccer match on Monday, but his club said he had not sustained an injury and was suffering from "muscle fatigue" in his left hamstring.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Do you use a different muscle for comedy?

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Sayeh still stared down without moving a muscle.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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