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calf

[kaf, kahf] / kæf, kɑf /
NOUN
leg between knee and ankle
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




Example Sentences

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Lyon, one of the greatest spinners of all time, suffered a calf injury during the second Test of the 2023 Ashes, which was a significant factor in England recovering to draw the series 2-2.

From BBC

Seven wild Asian elephants, including calves, were killed when a high-speed train collided with a herd crossing the tracks in north-eastern India, local officials say.

From BBC

In his second game after missing 12 straight matches with a calf injury, he was limited to 18 points and 25 minutes off the bench.

From BBC

Returning from a calf injury, Wembanyama sat the entire first quarter and played just 21 minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Perhaps Vanderbilt can return to the rotation to help the Lakers’ defensive woes while guard Austin Reaves is out for approximately a week because of a mild left calf strain.

From Los Angeles Times