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hamstring

[ham-string] / ˈhæmˌstrɪŋ /


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The fast bowler was included on England's initial team sheet for the first ODI, only to be removed at the last minute because of hamstring tightness.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Open war with Wilson could hamstring the company just as management is trying to chart a new course.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

His Hearts strike-partner Lawrence Shankland has two more, despite the skipper missing eight league games with a hamstring tear at the start of 2026.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

With Luka Doncic sidelined because of a hamstring injury that is expected to keep him out for three more weeks, the Lakers are still outmanned in the Western Conference semifinals despite Reaves’ recent return.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

I tried to follow his directions to the letter, but I felt a shooting pain through the front of my right quadriceps and down the back of my left hamstring.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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