amputate

Example Sentences

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He did his best to amputate above the sickly parts in the hope of saving the patient’s life.

From The Wall Street Journal

One monk was struck by a vehicle in a November traffic accident, and his leg had to be amputated.

From Barron's

"The Rafah crossing is a lifeline," said Mohammed Nassir, a Palestinian who had his leg amputated after being injured early in the war.

From Barron's

The 85-pound turtle earned her nickname from aquarium staffers when she quickly began eating after having her flipper amputated, and her enthusiasm for grub hasn’t waned.

From Los Angeles Times

The decision was then taken to amputate below his right knee, a procedure which took place on 2 June.

From BBC