as in stomach
the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis tickled the toddler's tummy

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Recent Examples of tummy Best for Postpartum: Belly Bandit Mother Tucker Compression Leggings 8/12 Belly Bandit Mother Tucker Compression Leggings A godsend for new mamas, these leggings have the best tummy compression without being too constricting. Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 2 June 2025 Its plunging neckline draws attention to my boobs, but the material is lightly compressive and smoothing enough to keep them (as well as my tummy) in place. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 6 June 2025 Children should also be discouraged from swinging on their tummies or jumping off. Dr. Julie Gilchrist, Boston Herald, 25 May 2025 The procedures listed include breast augmentations, tummy tucks and yes, facelifts whether that be mini (short scar) facelifts or full facelifts, both of which address signs of aging like sagging skin, loose jowls and creases. Michelle Lee, People.com, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tummy
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Noun
  • However, allergy suspicions typically arise when your dog starts showing signs of stomach aches, vomiting and diarrhea while on a grain-inclusive diet.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
  • At one point, one of the girls is seen touching up the Houston rapper’s fresh tiger ink on his stomach.
    Michael Saponara, Billboard, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • The young receiver has been dealing with an abdomen injury that led to him being placed on IR.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
  • Because the birds have yolk in their abdomens, they are equipped to survive for days, said Stephen Horst, owner of Fifth Day Farm, which is under the same ownership of the hatchery.
    Saleen Martin, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Noun
  • Two buttons line the left side of the mouse, and a Power/DPI switch is tucked away on the mouse’s belly.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 10 July 2025
  • In the nude shot, Culpo wears her hair long and covers her breasts with her hand, placing her other hand on her belly.
    Hannah Sacks, People.com, 8 July 2025

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“Tummy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tummy. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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