calf

Example Sentences

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Reaves, who missed six weeks with a calf injury this season, has started in 22 consecutive games.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

There was a blow for Nathalie Bjorn, who returned after three months, only to be substituted within five minutes with a calf injury.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Bilodeau’s injury was a minor knee sprain suffered in the win over Michigan State on Friday, while Dent suffered a minor calf strain early in the game against the Boilermakers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Pointing at a calf lying motionless in a green field in South Africa's Eastern Cape province, farmer Igsahn Felix let out a heavy sigh.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

The water, cooler than the air, made me shiver, but it only came halfway up my calf.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce