shoulder

Example Sentences

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Takaichi’s plans are entirely in sync with American ambitions to get allies to shoulder more of the burden of their own defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

"They're very intimate. We really seem to be right there looking over his shoulder and seeing him try out things," Bambach said.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Phil Foden's World Cup audition ended painfully with the consoling arm of England head coach Thomas Tuchel around his shoulder.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“But this one is somewhat unreasonable. He’s got a chip on his shoulder versus the government,” she decided.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Dalton nudges me and points at Hannah, walking out of the gas station with a backpack slung over her shoulder.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith