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Rib

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Emphasis on Injury

Commonly used to describe injuries in sports or accidents, emphasizing the protection aspect.

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The player missed the game due to a cracked rib.
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Medical Context

Often appears in medical discussions or emergency situations to pinpoint chest injuries.

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X-rays confirmed she had no rib fractures.
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Physical Structure

Helps understand the human skeletal structure in biology or physiology classes.

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The rib cage protects vital organs underneath.
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