clavicles

[US]/[ˈklævɪkəls]/
[UK]/[ˈklævɪkəlz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the two long, slender bones that extend from the shoulder to the sternum; plural of clavicle

Phrases & Collocations

broken clavicles

visible clavicles

strong clavicles

exposed clavicles

protecting clavicles

fragile clavicles

fractured clavicles

symmetrical clavicles

feel clavicles

assess clavicles

Example Sentences

the doctor palpated my clavicles to check for any fractures.

a broken clavicle can be very painful and require surgery.

the athlete fractured his clavicles during the intense competition.

visible clavicles are often associated with a lean physique.

the x-ray clearly showed a fracture in her clavicles.

protecting your clavicles with proper safety gear is crucial in sports.

the clavicles connect the upper limbs to the torso.

he suffered a clavicle injury after falling from his bicycle.

the surgeon carefully repaired the fractured clavicles.

the clavicles are vulnerable to injury during falls and collisions.

she noticed a slight tenderness over her clavicles after the accident.

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