oblique

Example Sentences

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Reaves, who is out with a Grade 2 left oblique strain that is expected to take four to six weeks to heal, has benefited from staying with the team.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Darnold, who appeared relaxed in front of reporters on Wednesday and insisted that his recent oblique injury "feels really great," agrees.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

The joint US-Ukrainian communique offered only an oblique insight, saying the two sides "reaffirmed that any future agreement must fully uphold Ukraine's sovereignty".

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

His return a month later was cut short, too, when his oblique began bothering him during a batting practice session in August.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025

He returned to San Francisco intent on trying a different, more oblique means of winning a concession—one that ultimately would get him a lot more than he had bargained for.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson