amputate

Example Sentences

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“Funny how something can hurt that’s no longer there,” remarks a child named Alma, referring to agonies associated with an amputated leg in the intense German drama “Sound of Falling.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Now, because of the severity of his injuries, Sparky must have a leg amputated.

From Los Angeles Times

One man, his arm amputated from the elbow, has his wife sitting with him, smiling and trying to encourage him.

From BBC

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