finger

Example Sentences

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Known as “the Crab” because he was born with a sixth finger on one hand, Rodríguez Castro can make Cuba’s glacial bureaucracy move, say people knowledgeable about the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The 35-year-old broke a finger celebrating Brora Rangers' opening goal.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Because the safety system is activated by contact, a finger may get nicked.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Note: Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt was downgraded out for Game 2 because of a dislocated right pinkie finger.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

She pointed an old bent finger, sighted down it, and cocked a thumb.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck