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ankle

[ang-kuhl] / ˈæŋ kəl /
NOUN
joint between leg and foot
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“The patient was found alert, in good spirits, and suffering from a suspected fractured right ankle along with additional injuries consistent with the significant fall,” the agency said in a social media post on Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Quansah came off with a twisted ankle in England's 2-0 win over Panama in their final group game on Saturday, with Djed Spence coming on to replace the Bayer Leverkusen defender.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

The judge, Chief Circuit Court Judge Christopher Sabella, also refused to order an ankle monitor as a condition of bond.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

When Weaver hurts her ankle and can’t perform—a moment that leaves Finglass looking stricken—Allman says to her at home, “Selfishly, I’m glad that you’re here.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

But if Nan found out I’d asked for even more help, she might break her other ankle pitching a fit.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry




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