pull a muscle

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to injure a muscle by stretching it too far

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  • I laughed so hard I almost pulled a muscle.
  • Be careful not to pull a muscle during your workout.
  • She pulled a muscle in her leg while running.
  • He's worried he might pull a muscle if he lifts that heavy box.
  • Many athletes pull a muscle if they don't warm up properly.
  • I felt a sharp pain, as if I had pulled a muscle.
  • After the accident, he couldn't move his arm because he had pulled a muscle.
  • If you suddenly twist your back, you could easily pull a muscle.
  • He had to withdraw from the race after pulling a muscle in his hamstring.
  • Stretching before exercise can help prevent pulling a muscle.