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pectoral muscle

British

noun

either of two large chest muscles ( pectoralis major and pectoralis minor ), that assist in movements of the shoulder and upper arm

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A torn pectoral muscle last June put a slight roadblock to the comeback, but Rhodes returned in late January and won the Royal Rumble.

From Seattle Times

Kalu, who started the game Saturday night in which the Giants rested their starting secondary, tore a pectoral muscle, the team said.

From Seattle Times

The 24-year-old Jiménez rejoined Chicago’s lineup two weeks ago after rupturing a pectoral muscle in spring training.

From Seattle Times

He’s back from a torn pectoral muscle that ended his 2020 season in the second game, and his presence on the field ought to be as vital as any of the newcomers.

From Seattle Times

The odd tribute to the outfielder, who is set to miss about six months of the season due to a torn pectoral muscle, made it seem as though he had tragically passed away.

From Fox News

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