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Example Sentences
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“I put on over 9 pounds of muscle in seven weeks after taking the therapy, despite not changing my workout or my diet.”
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
Saudi-backed Newcastle are one of five Premier League teams among the top eight as it stands as the English sides flex their financial muscle in Europe's elite competition.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
In the region’s biggest military buildup since the 1980s, the U.S. has deployed some of its most battle-tested weaponry to the Caribbean under the professed goal of providing muscle in the war on drugs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025
Thayer said he gained strength and muscle in the offseason, going from 5-feet-8, 140 pounds to 5-9, 165 to help him increase his distance on kicks.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2025
Every muscle in his body instantly relaxed, and he handed the paper to Father Olufemi, who nodded.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
