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muscular

[muhs-kyuh-ler] / ˈmʌs kyə lər /


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His muscular tone, rhythmic attack and roaming improvisational style set him apart and inspired several generations of tenor saxophonists, including John Coltrane, Joe Henderson and Branford Marsalis.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

The 36-year-old, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, says he was told "from the beginning" that he is medically fit to go home.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

A muscular female soprano — Chi’cas Reid — dominates the vocal mix, with Ayers’ mellow baritone in a supporting role.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Researchers examined changes in fitness, muscular strength, and endurance, all of which followed a similar downward trend over time.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

The footsteps came around the barn—the first boy with another boy—a young man—tall and muscular as an action hero.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby




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