ankle

Example Sentences

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Prop Botterman will have a second operation on an ankle injury sustained playing for Bristol in December, while Saracens hooker Campbell will have a knee operation next week.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Smart had missed nine games because of a lingering right ankle injury.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 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

Something was gripping his legging just above the ankle.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver