amputate

Example Sentences

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Thomas Markle, who has reportedly had his left lower leg amputated, told the Mail on Sunday he does not want to die while distanced from his daughter.

From BBC

Recently, he had his own health crisis, having his right leg amputated after complications with diabetes.

From Los Angeles Times

A diabetic man who had his leg amputated expressed deep grief over the loss and shame at “becoming a burden,” feeling dependent on his mother and sister.

From Los Angeles Times

Following a serious injury and life-threatening sepsis, she had her leg amputated and now uses a wheelchair.

From BBC

Jackson was hit by friendly fire during the Battle of Chancellorsville in 1893 and had his arm amputated before he died.

From Los Angeles Times