haunch

Example Sentences

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Lokesh, who finished on 39 not out from 20 balls, dropped to his haunches at the finish as England's players shook his hand to congratulate his efforts.

From BBC

Togbe sat on his haunches by the fire, and I fetched the coal pot fan from the basket.

From Literature

Teeth squeals, hunching back on his haunches and grooming his paws.

From Literature

They arranged themselves in a circle, squatting on their haunches as they used to do.

From Literature

There was a moment of knowing consternation among Sinner's supporters when he missed a first match point, but he reset to take his second opportunity before dropping to his haunches at the net.

From BBC