heel
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Most of his right heel was gone, and this was the second operation he had undergone.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
I decided to split the difference with a roomy pair that left a subtle gap behind my heel.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
“His wealth is in one way his Achilles heel in the election,” Grose said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Japan’s Achilles’ heel in this situation is its dependence on foreign oil and gas.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Several people in the crowd gasped as he spun on his heel and faced Ekon with a snarl.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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