ankle

Example Sentences

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McCann's first love was football and, despite being an avid Toffee, she played for Liverpool before an ankle injury forced her retirement in 2010.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

He has already spent nine months wearing a court-ordered GPS ankle monitor after he was arrested.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Marcus Smart, who had missed nine straight games with a right ankle contusion, had six points in 18 minutes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

I recently hurt my ankle, but we kept walking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 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