physique

Definition of physiquenext
as in shape
the type of body that a person has she had a well-toned physique

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Recent Examples of physique For one, there's his unique physique, more befitting a runner of longer distances. Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 10 May 2026 Talent is not, in my mind, something that God gave you, your physique or athletic abilities. Eric Koreen, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026 The 38-year-old Smart, whose harrowing kidnapping story captivated the nation, announced her latest endeavor on Instagram over the weekend with a photo showing off her impressive physique. Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026 But with Thieneman and McNeil-Warren off the board, the Bears add a pass rusher instead with Young, who has a physique like he’s built in a lab. Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physique
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Noun
  • Well, starting later this week, the jetstream is going to get all sorts of funky and bent out of shape.
    Terry Eliasen, CBS News, 27 May 2026
  • Templates give the week a shape without locking anyone into a rigid menu.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • During my visit there were 33 coral frames that had been set up on the reef.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
  • The momentum continued to stay with the Warhawks in the following frame as Jorge Luque led off the bottom of the fifth with a single down the right-field line which was misplayed for a two-base error.
    Rick Hoff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
Noun
  • In the photos, Hurley showcased her toned abs and slim figure while laying down on her back and keeping her upper body propped up on her elbows.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
  • Both challengers also have fundraising in the six figures, with Kiros reporting about $375,000 in contributions through March 31 and James reporting about $234,000.
    Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
Noun
  • Expectations were raised by their early-season form and there was a tangible sense of momentum after the win against Chelsea.
    Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 27 May 2026
  • Such preparation will have to come in many forms.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 May 2026

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“Physique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physique. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.

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