calf

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The image called to mind the golden calf of Abrahamic religious texts, worshipped by the Israelites to Moses’—and God’s—dismay.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Jota won 49 caps but never played at a World Cup after missing the 2022 tournament through a calf injury.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The team also said Neymar, Brazil's leading international scorer who was only recalled to the national team after a two-year absence for the World Cup, was "recovering well" from a calf injury.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Sciver-Brunt is playing as a specialist batter as she continues her recovery from a calf injury.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

She had her arms around Dawn's new calf, comforting it as it trembled at the sound of the Dragon.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda