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

Through a succession of serious injuries - ankle issues, broken arms, broken leg, knee surgeries, neck and shoulder problems - he has missed an estimated 1,975 days of football or around 200 games.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 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

Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez underwent surgery on his left ankle after getting injured during a match with his club team, Fenerbahce, last February.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Something was gripping his legging just above the ankle.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver