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hairline fracture

British  

noun

  1. a very fine crack in a bone

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Dodgers catcher Will Smith has a hairline fracture in his right hand and is doubtful to return before the end of the regular season, according to manager Dave Roberts.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 20, 2025

With chilling nonchalance, Victor observes the start of a hairline fracture that will eventually produce a painful crack.

From Salon Jul. 28, 2025

“God saved me,” he said, lying on the hospital bed while recuperating from a hairline fracture in his sternum.

From Washington Times Jun. 4, 2023

WR Ja’Marr Chase had a loud return after missing four games with a hairline fracture of his hip.

From Seattle Times Dec. 5, 2022

Then I watched as the little wisp of smoke drifted toward the floor of the airlock, disappearing through a hairline fracture.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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