thigh

Definition of thighnext

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Recent Examples of thigh Plus, the thigh opening features a slight flare for extra comfort and breathability. Bria McNeal, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2026 Keke Palmer appeared in a black one-shoulder gown with metallic embellishments and a thigh-high slit by Gucci. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 Her bare and scraped-up leg hung out from mid-thigh. Will MacKin, New Yorker, 28 June 2026 Stone's black-and-white ensemble consisted of a boxy blazer, a button-down blouse, and leather thigh-high boots, along with a necktie intended to be worn backwards. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for thigh
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Noun
  • For the calves, heel raises with your legs straight and with your knees slightly bent can build muscle.
    Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • Todd Malcolm said he was convinced the bear would catch the vulnerable calf and decided to intervene.
    Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • The proud mom went on to share a photo of Sterling, who held a water gun and wore cleats and shin guards.
    Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • Perez’s return should help stabilize Miami’s starting rotation, which has been ravaged by injuries, first to top prospect Robby Snelling (season-ending UCL reconstruction), then Perez and also Janson Junk (right shin inflammation).
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Rounding out the trio is a take on the Air Max 95 Neon with orange substitutions on its Big Bubble heel unit and eyestay loops and a green and orange gradient on the outsole’s shank.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 30 June 2026
  • Mordecai If your dad loves baseball, take him to the bistro across from Wrigley Field for beef Wellington ($55), a lamb shank ($45) and an Old-Fashioned ($18).
    Samantha Nelson, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026

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“Thigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thigh. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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