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muscle

[muhs-uhl] / ˈmʌs əl /
NOUN
large fibers of animal body
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Similarly, tea catechins may prevent muscle loss in seniors, contributing to better physical performance and muscle strength.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Apple has the financial muscle to procure most if not all of the memory it needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Tea’s neuroprotective effects, ability to reduce muscle loss in seniors, and its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities further highlight its potential health-promoting properties.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Around a third of the weight loss from GLP-1 obesity jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro can come from muscle rather than fat, the US research suggests.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

A muscle twitched in Mama’s cheek, and Ophie reached out for her hand.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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