ankle

Example Sentences

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After missing the World Cup four years ago, he said it will take a lot more than an ankle injury to keep him off the field this time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Richards was once again a lock for the World Cup when he tore two ligaments in his left ankle two weeks before the U.S. roster would be announced.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Zverev tore ligaments in his right ankle in what was the worst injury of his career and missed several months of the season after undergoing surgery.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Or they didn’t think that the city should be burning tens of millions of dollars to send fire trucks “to every overdose, every sprained ankle, every toothache,” as Mr. Pratt has said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

The skipping rope yanked at her ankle, pulling her backward.

From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan