Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sinew(s)
Noun
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The Royals announced later in the game that Pasquantino has a hamate injury in his right hand.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026 -
Alisson spilled Neil El Aynaoui's long-range shot, which was headed wide, then while on the grass leaned back toward the goal and used his right hand to block Ayoube Amaimouni's follow-up effort.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Instead of just doing isolated cable or machine exercises (which have their place, don't get me wrong), a movement like the kettlebell deadlift will target all your major muscle groups while challenging your spine's stability and your ability to change position through a dynamic range of motion.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
16 June 2026
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England have an exceptional spine, and Declan Rice and Harry Kane have been two of the best players in the world for the last few years.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Reading people’s intentions and forming relationships is still the backbone of successful recruiting.—
Steven Johnson
June 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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How did 42 Dugg-core Detroit drums end up as the backbone of Florida street rap?—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
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“Sinew(s).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sinew%28s%29. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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