as in stomach
the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis tickled the toddler's tummy

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Recent Examples of tummy This pair has a gap-proof, high-rise waistband and tummy control, all within the silhouette of a slim-leg, that falls right between a skinny jean and straight-leg. Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 7 May 2025 The probiotic supplement is recommended for cats with sensitive tummies and works as an appetite supplement as well. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025 Oral prescription medications last longer than some topicals but may cause tummy upset in some pets and may not contain a repellant so that fleas must bite in order to be killed. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025 As always, tummy control is top-of-mind for the designers of Good American, and these feature the brand’s signature sculpting denim fabric, so you’ll be looking snatched in no time. Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tummy
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Noun
  • This can happen when proteins that haven’t been fully digested sit in the stomach and begin to produce gas.
    MISAKI KAWATSU, Vogue, 10 June 2025
  • Just watch for symptoms of Salmonella, like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
    Amber Brenza, Health, 8 June 2025
Noun
  • Carpenters have yellow fuzz on their thorax, but their abdomens are shiny, black, and hairless.
    Katie Akin, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2025
  • His post included a photo of his abdomen post-surgery, as well as an image of himself using a walker while being assisted by medical staff.
    Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The golden retriever showed off his bat retrieval skills and leads the team in head pats and belly rubs.
    Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 17 June 2025
  • This can involve placing your hand on your chest, cheek or belly to offer gentle, comforting contact.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025

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“Tummy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tummy. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.

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