as in waist
the middle region of the human torso did exercises to strengthen the muscles in her midsection

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Recent Examples of midsection These Gym People leggings have a high waistline that conceals the midsection, a four-way stretch and moisture-wicking material, and side pockets—plus an interior pocket to hold your phone or ID. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2025 And the strong, edge-free waistband is like a gentle compressive hug around your midsection, smoothing everything out. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025 The midsection of the state saw wind gusts as high as 59 mph (95 kph), according to the National Weather Service. TIME, 20 Mar. 2025 Thanks to its clean and simple lines and flattering cut, the dress subtly accentuates the midsection, providing comfort and definition. Empire waist The sweetheart neckline on the empire waist style of an empire waist dress plays up the bust and neckline, which lengthens the upper body. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midsection
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waist
Noun
  • The actor posed with his arm around the reality star's waist.
    Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2025
  • One woman who crashed while transporting five migrants, leaving two dead, one brain-dead and one paralyzed from the waist down, was sentenced to eight years in prison.
    Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025

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“Midsection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/midsection. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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