amputate

Example Sentences

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Woodhall would amputate more than 100 limbs, plus “many hands, and fingers,” in the next 25 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

But the doctors in Gaza refused to amputate, hoping to save the foot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2024

Shaymaa was rushed to Nasser Hospital, where doctors quickly decided to amputate.

From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2024

Carried to his home, a physician decided not to amputate Lame’s viciously lacerated arm, a risky decision in an era predating antibiotics.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 26, 2023

"They're not gonna amputate it, baby. They're gonna fix it," she assured her.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds