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ankle

Hinge joint connecting the lower leg and the foot. It is formed by the ankle bone (talus) that fits into a socket provided by the lower ends of the tibia and fibula.



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Pride does go before a fall, but I wonder if a sprained ankle always comes after it?
His ankle was throbbing, and he gave it an examination.
But I don't see what you can do, except get a carriage, or stay here all night," answered Jo, softly rubbing the poor ankle as she spoke.
 
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