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

After his senior year, he accepted a six-figure bonus to sign with the Dodgers, only to blow out his elbow after one season in the minor leagues.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

"It looks as if it's also an elbow to the side of the head as well. VAR have asked the referee to come over and he had no hesitation in giving the penalty."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Zara squeezes my elbow and lets out a tiny squeal that only I can hear.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam