ankle

Example Sentences

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He was seen holding his ankle and was visibly in discomfort before being taken off the pitch.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

A big guard who could be a late-round steal because of an ankle injury last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Marcus Smart, who had missed nine straight games with a right ankle contusion, had six points in 18 minutes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

Striker Dominic Solanke was also sidelined for months with an ankle injury while Xavi Simons has also struggled with fitness in his debut season in England.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

He came out to the porch wearing plaid pajama bottoms that were ripped at the ankle seam and a Free Shrugs T-shirt.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste