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1. hamstringAnatomy
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2. HamstringIn human anatomy, the hamstring refers to any one of the three posterior thigh muscles that make up the borders of the space behind the knee, or to their corresponding tendons. In quadrupeds, it refers to the single large tendon found behind the knee or comparable area. As a metaphor "to hamstring" suggests having limitations, externally imposed or not, preventing full freedom of movement or utilization of resources.
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