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as in athletic
marked by a well-developed musculature
Olympic runners tend to have very muscular legs
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as in strong
having muscles capable of exerting great physical force
a muscular superhero who can easily lift a ton or more
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as in aggressive
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
a presidential speech that promises to be a muscular enunciation of the nation's foreign policy
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a muscular red wine that goes especially well with beef
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Recent Examples of muscular
The Brazilian was not so prominent at the start of last season after suffering two muscular injuries.
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Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
It was backed by a muscular coalition of healthcare groups including the California Hospital Assn.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Plot details are being kept under wraps, but the concept centers on the character of Prince Adam of Eternia who, thanks to his Power Sword, turns into the muscular He-Man and is imbued with superhuman strength and abilities.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
As pain and swelling subside, rehabilitation exercises should be introduced gradually to restore range of motion, strength, muscular balance, and overall joint function.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
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Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
It was backed by a muscular coalition of healthcare groups including the California Hospital Assn.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Plot details are being kept under wraps, but the concept centers on the character of Prince Adam of Eternia who, thanks to his Power Sword, turns into the muscular He-Man and is imbued with superhuman strength and abilities.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
As pain and swelling subside, rehabilitation exercises should be introduced gradually to restore range of motion, strength, muscular balance, and overall joint function.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for muscular
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The investment firm upgraded shares of the athletic footwear and clothing retailer to overweight from neutral.Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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But Hayes was unaware of her athletic capabilities.Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
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Take London, which was a clear hotspot (and will continue to be, for some time): Mandarin Oriental opened its second spot in the capital, barely minutes in a limo from its existing Knightsbridge perch, while Maybourne’s soon-to-be aggressive expansion was teed up by the arrival of the sleek Emory.Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2025
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The state has been one of the most aggressive collectors of income taxes paid based on the number of workdays high earners spend there.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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The song blends Swims’ heartfelt vocals with Giveon’s signature deep tones, creating a rich contrast accentuated by tight harmonies in the track’s latter half.Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 12 Jan. 2025
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Photograph: Ninja; Getty Images A good latte or cappuccino is like a rich, milky mug of heaven.Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025
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Colvin, a sinewy former high-school wrestler whose rounded silver eyeglasses give him a scholarly mien, was plenty intrigued.Brendan I. Koerner, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
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As originally voiced by Jeremy Irons, Scar had a sinewy, slithery flamboyance that turned him into an unlikely gay icon.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
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Wildfires have ravaged the Pacific Palisades neighborhood west of downtown amid powerful winds and an overtaxed water supply.Isaiah Murtaugh, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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The news follows concerns from various rivals, sports rights holders, and other critics that the JV would be too powerful and represents an antitrust violation.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 10 Jan. 2025
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Simmer chili: Bring to a vigorous simmer over high.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Stay inside as much as possible and avoid vigorous physical activity when outdoors.Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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And the president-elect’s robust appeal among rural voters could test Democratic Rep. Don Davis, who won a second term to his eastern North Carolina seat by less than 2 points.Tribune News Service, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2025
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As a result, detailed character development and robust dialogue are lost.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Muscular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muscular. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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