hips

Example Sentences

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The president developed his own trademark dance to accompany the song -- a stiff shuffle of the hips and fist bumps at waist-high level.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Hyaline cartilage is smooth and slippery, allowing joints such as the knees, hips, shoulders, and ankles to move freely.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

As I ambled past groups doing yoga and vacationing families lounging on the grass, pain started to radiate through my ankles and up my shinbones before settling uncomfortably in my hips.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Others stared ahead with their hands firmly on their hips.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Dara has both hands on her full hips, but she has a half smile as she looks down at me.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith