muscles

Example Sentences

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“I consciously avoid using it for certain tasks, like writing in English, because those are mental muscles I depend on,” he told me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Nine minutes into the second half, the homegrown captain, neck muscles flaring, flicked a header beyond Dida, circling his arms to rouse the Reds in the Istanbul stands.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The species had adaptations linked to especially powerful jaw and neck muscles, making it a formidable hunter.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

He’s also endorsed drinking raw milk, cutting added sugar and consuming more creatine, which is a natural compound that our muscles use as a source of energy.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

My muscles started to seize, and I could not fight the water anymore.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo