strapping

Example Sentences

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Why people are strapping cameras on their bodies to do chores.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

Ser Duncan the Tall, is a strapping but awkward young man with little confidence and few skills.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Overlooking David’s many strapping older brothers, the wise elder anoints the astonished kid as the next king, but cautions him that the ceremony must be kept secret.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

Only a couple of years ago, Daniel Khalife, who was on remand awaiting trial for breaching the Official Secrets Act, escaped by strapping himself to the underside of a food delivery truck.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

“Allow me,” one of the policemen offers, strapping his weapon over his shoulder and rolling up his sleeves.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez