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Recent Examples of thigh
Thanks to the mini length, this dress will hit right around mid-thigh for petites.
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Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
Zellweger posed in a strapless gown featuring a thigh-high slit.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Fray was seen holding his upper thigh area immediately after extending on a high kick to clear the ball just before exiting the game.
—Andre Fernandez, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2026
At the waist, the dress began to flow into a breezy column skirt with a thigh-high slit that showcased Blanchett's peep-toe black heels lined with glittering rhinestones.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
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Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
Zellweger posed in a strapless gown featuring a thigh-high slit.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Fray was seen holding his upper thigh area immediately after extending on a high kick to clear the ball just before exiting the game.
—Andre Fernandez, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2026
At the waist, the dress began to flow into a breezy column skirt with a thigh-high slit that showcased Blanchett's peep-toe black heels lined with glittering rhinestones.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thigh
Noun
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Atkins also was diminished during the latter part of the season by a calf strain, which sidelined her for several weeks.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Curry and Porzingis are both expected to play on Friday in Sacramento, and Al Horford could also make his return from a calf injury after missing a month.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some indoor leagues restrict footwear, often prohibiting metal studs or outdoor cleats, while others differ on whether shin guards are mandatory.—
Julia King,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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With shin and ankle injuries being so common, the students are focusing on shin pads.—
Adam Del Rosso,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In 2016, Daniel stabbed to death Scott with a prison shank during exercise time.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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In addition, Hofbräu Pub will offer traditional German dishes such as its famous pork shank, salads and pretzels, and Bavarian specialties like pork roast, pork cutlets and Oktoberfest-style chicken.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Thigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thigh. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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