Chest muscles, for short

Answer:

PECS

Hint:

Think of what bodybuilders often flex to show off their upper body strength—this term is also slang for a certain type of informal conversation.

Explanation:

This clue is asking for the shortened term for "pectoral muscles," which are the large muscles in the chest. "Pecs" is a common informal abbreviation, like calling biceps "bis" or abs "abs." The "for short" in the clue signals that the answer is a nickname or shorthand version of the full term.

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General solving tip

When a clue says 'informally,' 'slangily,' or 'casually,' think slang, clipped forms, or texting abbreviations. Try the short casual word you'd use in speech or a message.

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