elbow

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Among abelisaurids, the hands and lower sections of the arms beyond the elbow became dramatically smaller, with later species such as Majungasaurus developing exceptionally tiny hands.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

“Viewed positively, what the American revolution did was to give the common man a voice, a veto, elbow room and a refuge from the rampaging presumptions of his ‘betters.’

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Last month, the team announced that Díaz was having surgery to remove “loose bodies” in his right elbow and would be out until the second half of the season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

The Gunners scored the opening goal from a corner, as Gabriel jumped with Emiliano Martinez with his elbow raised.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

“But the Academy—” I said, my words cut off sharply by Elliot’s elbow in my ribs and Callaway’s disapproving look.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin