strapping
Example Sentences
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In the early 1990s, he got into parasailing, strapping tourists into parachutes and towing them behind a speed boat.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
Why people are strapping cameras on their bodies to do chores.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026
"He practised well yesterday," Sammy said of the right-arm seamer and power hitter, who had strapping on his right knee during training on Sunday but looked in no discomfort.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 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
“No, they would be strapping themselves to the wings.”
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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