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drumsticks

noun

plural of drumstick

as in thighs

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Chicken thighs, fish with skin and egg whites all support collagen synthesis, and thigh meat tends to contain more collagen than breast meat — and is usually cheaper.

— Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of thighs

Noun

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and bounce gently up and down, letting the vibration move from the head through the jaw, neck, chest, shoulders, abdomen, hips, knees, calves and feet.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Sanchez said the research could eventually help protect elephant calves beyond the zoo, particularly in regions where monitoring and diagnosing the disease remains difficult.

— Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of calves

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Shoes with hidden metal components, including steel toes, buckles, heel rods, vintage metal shanks, and some orthopedic inserts, are the most likely to cause delays.

— Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026
Included in the kit are standard 4-, 6- and 8-mm hex screwdriver shanks that are compatible with all standard hex screwdriver bits and micro screwdrivers.

— Shirl Leigh July 20, New Atlas, 20 July 2026

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