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calf

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




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Breaking the carcass into smaller portions would make it easier for a calf or juvenile to feed, which is consistent with other known orca behaviors.

From Science Daily Jul. 23, 2026

His coach, Danny Mackey, confirmed the Briton had set his sights on that goal since returning from the calf injury which ended his bid for gold at the World Championships in Tokyo last September.

From BBC Jul. 18, 2026

U.S. fans accustomed to appeals in the NBA and NFL suggested that an appeal include video of Lionel Messi receiving no discipline for stepping on an opponent’s calf earlier in the tournament.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

When Pulisic sat out the second group stage game against Australia with a calf injury, Pochettino designed a solution that gave the Americans a 2-0 victory anyway.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 2, 2026

It started with the two-headed calf born to Roger Mustard’s cow, Molly.

From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman

“It couldn’t come at a worse time, as a lot of producers will be selling their calves over the next few months.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

And pulsing is no joke — one exercise left my calves shaking.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

"Orcas often tear apart prey and share it with other members of the group, including calves and juveniles," said Ayres.

From Science Daily Jul. 23, 2026

"Orcas often tear apart prey and share it with other members of the group, including calves and juveniles."

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

Moose calves, fox kits, bear cubs, and baby rabbits were scampering around the forest with their mothers.‌

From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis




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