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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

Gifted with every upsell in Hyundai’s ample larder, our Calligraphy AWD tester carried 364 pounds of extra luxury around its midsection, compared to the FWD model.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

But the Slovenian star remained engaged, even with a wrap around his midsection.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2025

“The bowl is like your hip, this stuff right here,” Kershaw said recently, while circling his hands around his hips and midsection.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025

The costume practically swallowed him up, and his head looked tiny compared to the horror that took up his midsection.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller




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