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midsection

[mid-sek-shuhn] / ˈmɪdˌsɛk ʃən /


NOUN
waist
Synonyms


NOUN
waist
Synonyms


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Scientists have long known that body composition changes with age, but exactly why fat tends to accumulate around the midsection has remained unclear.

From Science Daily Jun. 27, 2026

“They could have been apple-shaped before, and now it’s like their entire midsection is dramatically smaller than it ever was before,” said Harris, the owner of Renegade Bridal & Dye Lab in Houston.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 25, 2026

By contrast, “Shadow Ticket” offers a wildly seductive overture, a companionable but occasionally slack midsection, and a haunting sucker punch of an ending.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 30, 2025

It was unclear when the injury occurred, Davis leaving the game and heading to the locker room while grabbing his midsection.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 29, 2025

He kind of reminded me of Coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs, but with a little more meat around his midsection and in his face.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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