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muscle

[muhs-uhl] / ˈmʌs əl /
NOUN
large fibers of animal body
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It triggers involuntary muscle contractions around the neck that make the head shake.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

And old-fashioned muscle still works: Saudi Arabia in recent years has also controlled Yemen’s naval and airspace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

BPC-157, for example, is popular for muscle recovery, and people who use GHK-Cu say it improves skin health.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

It sowed the seed for the idea of a wobble board which could heighten core strength through muscle movement, training the body to learn healthy patterns which promote overall stability.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

I looked at him doubtfully: thin and drawn, with thighs and arms so puny that no muscle showed even when he flexed them.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya




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