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Wiry

/wˈɪri/
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(adj) Resembling wire.

Being a wiry person, he is thin but still looks strong.
Tom has a wiry, athletic physique.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He was a thin man with a ____ build, giving him the appearance of someone who was very and strong today.

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