ankle

Example Sentences

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Armstrong, who was watching from the sidelines because of an ankle injury, ran on to the pitch at the full-time whistle.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Then, in the second quarter, Spurs center Luke Kornet crashed into him shortly after his return, leaving Brunson limping badly on a twisted ankle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

An ankle monitor, a meat slicer, some breast milk, and a package of live butterflies walk into an Uber...except this is not the setup to a joke.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Burrell had to be helped off the floor after the buzzer after appearing to roll an ankle, but her condition was unclear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

“Oh,” breathed Camilla, her hand on her throat, her feet crossed at the ankle.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck