amputate

Example Sentences

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He did his best to amputate above the sickly parts in the hope of saving the patient’s life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

The decision was then taken to amputate below his right knee, a procedure which took place on 2 June.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

But the doctors in Gaza refused to amputate, hoping to save the foot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2024

Another infection led doctors to amputate his left arm below the elbow that December.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 4, 2023

"They're not gonna amputate it, baby. They're gonna fix it," she assured her.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds