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sinew

Definition

  • noun: strong tissue that connects muscles to bones
  • noun: one dressed for use as a cord or thread
  • verb: to strengthen as if with 'sinews'
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: tendon, muscle, nerve

Examples

  • cutting through bone and 'sinew'

  • the 'sinews' of power

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh limed soul, that struggling to be free an more engaged Help, angels, make assay. Bow, stubborn knees And heart with strings of steel, be soft as sinews of the new-born babe All may be well Now might I do it, now he is praying And now I'll do it, and so he goes to heaven (..)
    2015 Hamlet