sinew
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But the Gloucester lock's superb restart take,, external all arched back, strained sinew and single-paw dexterity, early against Exeter bore more than a bit of a resemblance.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2025
The nearly photorealistic face of Senua, the unconventional hero of this 10th-century revenge tale, as she grimaces with every sinew taut, her veins bulging.
From New York Times • May 20, 2024
When man-of-the-match Dan Biggar walked gingerly off the field after straining every sinew to kick a final conversion, Wales led 32-14 with 15 minutes remaining.
From BBC • Sep. 11, 2023
Bud wasn’t physically imposing, not all sinew and shoulders — but he was meticulously built.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2023
These I bound together with sinew and covered with female kelp, which has broad leaves.
From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell
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"Beowulf," Vocabulary from the epic poem
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