shoulder

Example Sentences

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In the first inning, Trout stared down Woo before taking first base after a sinker hit the star outfielder’s left shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Solemnly, some placed their hands on his shoulder or forearm.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

U.S. natural gas futures fell as the market enters the low-demand spring shoulder season, when heating use declines and cooling demand has yet to pick up much.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 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

His arm wraps over my shoulder, coaxing me to lean into the solid comfort of his chest.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam