shank

Example Sentences

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I love lamb and Golden Fleece has a selection, including lamb chops and a lamb shank on their grill menu, as well as ground lamb kebabs, gyros, and souvlaki.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

The shoes feature an all-over sandy suede, with gold and jade accents on the shank plate and outsole.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2024

“I shank it a decent amount, but never in competition,” Scheffler said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

Former world number one Woods carded five birdies and five bogeys, ending the first day in California with a bogey after firing a surprise shank far to the right on the 18th fairway.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2024

“That shank oughtta be the Keeper of the Runners,” Thomas said, trying to make a joke to hide his fear.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner