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calf

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




Example Sentences

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Reaves, who missed six weeks with a calf injury this season, has started in 22 consecutive games.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

He was bound to make his first All-Star Game before being sidelined for more than a month because of a calf injury.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

There was a blow for Nathalie Bjorn, who returned after three months, only to be substituted within five minutes with a calf injury.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Animal remains were also placed in the grave, including a butchered calf.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

“I understand,” said Roz as she stared at a young calf who was staring right back at her.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown