ACL

British

abbreviation

anterior cruciate ligament

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Example Sentences

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When I had my ACL done, I watched it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Vonn and other skiing experts have said that the ruptured ACL likely had nothing to do with her crash at the Olympics.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

"It was very daunting not knowing what is going to happen but I got support from my dad and brother who have had ACL injuries," Friday added.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Just days before the 2026 Winter Olympics, Vonn tore her ACL in a crash at a World Cup downhill event in France.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

I’ll never forgive myself for the stupid decision that led to my torn ACL.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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