strapping

Example Sentences

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Why people are strapping cameras on their bodies to do chores.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

"He practised well yesterday," Sammy said of the right-arm seamer and power hitter, who had strapping on his right knee during training on Sunday but looked in no discomfort.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Ser Duncan the Tall, is a strapping but awkward young man with little confidence and few skills.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Overlooking David’s many strapping older brothers, the wise elder anoints the astonished kid as the next king, but cautions him that the ceremony must be kept secret.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

“And seeing a strapping young chap of your stature and potential stuck on a girl you’ll never have? It’s hard to watch, man.”

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone