barrel-chested
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of barrel-chested
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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He was a small man, barrel-chested and sweaty.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2024
It’s a refreshing update to Shakespeare’s hormonal teens, and the proud, barrel-chested Disney princes of yore.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
The barrel-chested leader is often shown playing ice hockey or working in his vegetable garden.
From Washington Times ● May 15, 2023
At issue is who has the right to share certain vintage photographs of the barrel-chested Mr. Pilates, who died in 1967 at age 83, as well as key materials related to his highly specific teachings.
From New York Times ● Oct. 14, 2022
The Jeep pulls up to the embassy and a barrel-chested man steps out.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
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