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hairline fracture

British  

noun

  1. a very fine crack in a bone

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

From Salon • Jul. 28, 2025

The switch was complicated by a hairline fracture on his right pinky finger during spring training.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2024

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

It ended up being a hairline fracture in the floor.

From New York Times • Nov. 28, 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