thighs

Definition of thighsnext
plural of thigh

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Recent Examples of thighs Chicken thighs, fish with skin and egg whites all support collagen synthesis, and thigh meat tends to contain more collagen than breast meat — and is usually cheaper. Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thighs
Noun
  • But last year a single pack was responsible for killing about 100 calves in less than seven months in the high ranchland of Sierra County north of Truckee, costing ranchers and the state millions and terrifying residents.
    Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Both calves were sired by Bernard, who is now dad to 17 rhinos.
    Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • In slalom, racers typically knock down gates with their arms or shins, which are protected by plastic shin guards.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Think short ribs, oxtail, shanks, or even brisket point cut.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Lucrezia’s Regularly voted the region’s top Italian restaurant, Lucrezia’s serves housemade pasta, classic Italian appetizers, and braised lamb shanks and short ribs in a garden setting.
    Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2025

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“Thighs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thighs. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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