ankle

Example Sentences

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Hitting the ground -- even with a parachute -- risks foot, ankle, and leg injuries, the former airman explained.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Club record £125m signing Isak has been ruled out since December, having fractured his leg and had ankle surgery.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Woods underwent “a long surgical procedure” on his lower right leg and ankle, according to a statement he released.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Following the Carabao Cup final defeat by Manchester City earlier this month, defender William Saliba confirmed he would not be joining up with France because of an ankle injury.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Soon after the accident, a bacterial infection caused his leg to swell up like a balloon from his knee to his ankle.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple