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Recent Examples of physiqueWhile athletes in some sports, like figure skating and ski jumping, tend to benefit from a slimmer physique, Mandelbaum says that using a medication like a GLP-1 may not offer all the perks someone would expect.—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026 Because Myren is a dancer and athletic and toned in real life, the effects team needed to add a teenage doughiness to her physique.—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026 As his skating and physique improve, the Ducks might have a quicker version of Corey Perry in their midst.—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 7 Feb. 2026 White set an intention after the 2021-22 season to better himself as a player and teammate, working on his physique and ballhandling in the offseason to transform into a well-rounded combo guard.—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physique
He’s barely campaigned and remains a divisive figure.
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Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
Inspired by the spring 2026 collection, Taylor wore a figure-hugging gown with a white and gray breastplate that traced the contours of her bust, calling to mind a Greek statue.