rub shin

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to move your hand backwards and forwards over your shin, for example because it hurts.

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Examples (10)

  • He had to rub his shin after bumping into the table.
  • She instinctively began to rub her shin where she had hit it.
  • The athlete would rub his shin to relieve the ache after training.
  • When the child fell, he started to rub his shin and cry.
  • I felt a dull pain and started to rub my shin unconsciously.
  • After the game, he would often rub his shin to soothe any soreness.
  • The doctor suggested she gently rub her shin to improve circulation.
  • He couldn't help but rub his shin after the impact with the obstacle.
  • In pain, she sat down and began to rub her injured shin.
  • After a long run, athletes often rub their shin muscles.