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 This thong bodysuit from Spanx, which has a wireless bra design, is ideal for anyone who wants tummy control under a plunging neckline or open-back dress, says Lily Flast, expert bra fitter and founder of virtual bra fitter Soutien. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 7 July 2025 Varying positions Varying positions, like tummy time, are an important developmental step for children. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025 This versatile cami offers impressive smoothing without constricting the chest and tummy. Jené Luciani Sena May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 June 2025 Even tummy control shapewear is designed with comfort top of mind nowadays. Claire Harmeyer, People.com, 26 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tummy
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Noun
  • Patients may also experience stomach cramps and vomiting.
    Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
  • GISTs happen most often in the stomach and small intestine.
    Becca Longmire, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Environmental conditions may have shifted at some point in time, making abdomens less advantageous.
    Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2025
  • The young receiver has been dealing with an abdomen injury that led to him being placed on IR.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Priscilla could be seen holding her belly as the photo was taken.
    Hannah Sacks, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Its back is darker brown, fading to cream on its belly.
    Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025

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“Tummy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tummy. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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