tendon

Example Sentences

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Following severe leg injuries in a 2021 car crash, the American had a back operation in September 2024 and then suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon last March.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Just three years ago, the Mets lost closer Edwin Díaz for the entire 2023 campaign after he tore a tendon in his knee celebrating a Puerto Rico victory in the same tournament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

He was limited to just three games in 2024 after sustaining a torn patellar tendon the previous season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

When they close, they actually lock in place, thanks to a series of tendon notches that allow them to ratchet their grip tighter and tighter.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

“I’ll see you tomorrow morning, Mrs. Jenkins. Mind you, she’s ripped a tendon in her right arm so her writing won’t be much.”

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt