ankle

Example Sentences

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A big guard who could be a late-round steal because of an ankle injury last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Marcus Smart, who had missed nine straight games with a right ankle contusion, had six points in 18 minutes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

"Watch out!" said the band's leader RM, who recently sustained an ankle injury during rehearsals.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

I recently hurt my ankle, but we kept walking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He continued walking until the water was ankle deep.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret