During the dissection lab, the students examined the sterna of several species to compare their shapes.

The patient complained of sternal pain after the car accident.

During the anatomy lecture, the professor pointed out the sternacostal ligaments connecting the ribs to the sternum.

The surgeon noticed an unusual sternalis during the thoracic procedure and adjusted the incision accordingly.

After the chest trauma, she reported a sternalgic ache that made taking deep breaths painful.

After climbing the stairs, he complained of a sudden sternalgia that forced him to stop and breathe shallowly.

During the physical exam, the physician palpated the sternal angle to assess for abnormalities in the manubriosternal region.

During the anatomy lab, the students palpated the sternal angles to identify the second rib.

The old mariner polished the sternage until the brass nameplate gleamed in the afternoon sun.

The incision was made sternally to access the heart.