dislocate

Example Sentences

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"I'm not going to say he's out, but I think it'd be doubtful if you dislocate your shoulder," Italy coach John Davison told reporters.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

It would destroy the economy, dislocate millions of Americans and destabilize the globe.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 6, 2023

Concentrated in numbers, they can dislocate an enemy's defences.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2023

When players tear a knee ligament or dislocate a shoulder, when they wobble away from a jarring collision, trainers help them to the sideline and play resumes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2023

The two boys dislocate and grin at each other.

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling