Lean and muscular Crossword Clue

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WIRY

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SINEWY

(6 letters)

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(adjective)
1. having or characterized or distinguished by tone or a specific tone; often used in combination

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MUSCULAR (adjective)
1. having a robust muscular body-build characterized by predominance of structures (bone and muscle and connective tissue) developed from the embryonic mesodermal layer
2. (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
LEAN (adjective)
1. lacking excess flesh
2. containing little excess
LEAN (noun)
1. the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
LEAN (verb)
1. have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
2. cause to lean to the side

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

WIRY
(4 letters)
SINEWY
(6 letters)

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