sprained
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An MRI scan revealed that Nacua sprained his medial collateral and posterior cruciate ligaments.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026
The procedure delayed the beginning of his rookie season and when he returned, a sprained MCL in his right knee knocked him out for six more weeks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026
Ian Howard was shocked to get a $1,000 bill for a brief visit to the emergency room that determined he sprained his ankle in a fall last year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
Top pass rusher Brian Burns sprained his left ankle and left tackle Andrew Thomas sustained an apparent lower-body injury, with neither player returning to the game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
She sprained her ankle but not very bad.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
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