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ligament

[lig-uh-muhnt] / ˈlɪg ə mənt /




NOUN
tendon
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However, Leonard tore his anterior cruciate ligament during that run and left L.A. and the NBA wondering “What if?” — the everlasting theme of Steve Ballmer’s ownership of the Clippers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Although the regenerated tissues were not exact matches to the original anatomy, the researchers successfully restored all of the major structures that had been removed during amputation, including bone, tendon, ligament, and joint tissue.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

Surgery to repair ligament damage in the elbow is scary for any pitcher, young or old.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The position had become a potential worry for manager Arteta with his other natural option Ben White ruled out with a knee ligament injury.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

It could be as bad as a broken bone or a blown suspensory ligament.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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