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muscular

[muhs-kyuh-ler] / ˈmʌs kyə lər /


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It was muscular and devastating, and we should do it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

His muscular tone, rhythmic attack and roaming improvisational style set him apart and inspired several generations of tenor saxophonists, including John Coltrane, Joe Henderson and Branford Marsalis.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

A muscular female soprano — Chi’cas Reid — dominates the vocal mix, with Ayers’ mellow baritone in a supporting role.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

"Because women ages 80 and older are the fastest growing U.S. age group, the importance of monitoring and maintaining muscular strength will have huge public health implications in the coming decades," he says.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

“I’m Chris,” said a short but muscular boy with fox-colored hair.

From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis




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