oblique
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The Dodgers placed Mookie Betts on the injured list after learning he suffered a strained right oblique and called up Hyeseong Kim from Oklahoma City.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
At the Australian Open in January, Fritz reached the fourth round before losing to fifth-ranked Lorenzo Musetti of Italy in straight sets, capping a stretch heavily affected by recurring oblique and knee injuries.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 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
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is also dealing with an oblique injury, but vowed to be ready.
From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026
She walked for about a quarter of a mile and then suddenly broke into an oblique run up the soft part of the beach.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
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