body build

collocation in English

meaningsofbodyandbuild

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body
noun
uk
/ˈbɒd.i/us
/ˈbɑː.di/
the whole physical structure that forms a person ...
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build
noun
uk
/bɪld/us
/bɪld/
the size and shape of a ...
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(Definition ofbodyandbuildfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofbody build

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A striking feature which was noticed during the measuring sessions was the uniformity inbodybuild.
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The geographical groupings, adopted for convenience, hide a considerable degree of heterogeneity inbodybuild, education, standard of living and cultural norms, to name but a few.
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That was related to their better physique, leanerbodybuildand more active work.
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Thebodybuildis described as moderately stout with a snout that is slightly upturned when viewed from the side.
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This is usually due tobodybuild, traditional uses and overall physiology.
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These balances are mostly genetically determined, but can be changed bybodybuild, medications, food choices, and other factors.
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Compared with its closest relative, the brown bear, the polar bear has a more elongatedbodybuildand a longer skull and nose.
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Burlina has smallbodybuild.
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The head and generalbodybuildresemble a humanoid more than a canine, but the feet are like a dog and allegedly leave gigantic dog tracks.
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Because of a basset'sbodybuild(short stubby legs, low to the ground), if they fall too far, they can hurt their hips, injure their spine or break a leg.
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It's therefore imperative, particularly for beginner archers, to never overestimate their capabilities, and to choose a draw weight that is appropriate for theirbodybuildand level of experience.
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When the body is immunized against infection, a small dose of the particular strain is in the injection; this helps thebodybuilda resistance to the infection.
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The average horse can carry up to approximately 25% of its body weight, butbodybuildand, particularly, back structure, may allow it to carry somewhat more or less.
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Surely we should welcome the decision to create a new body built on the experience of the old.
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We explain about how the body builds up tolerances.
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They can afford to start a complete new bus body building company.
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