sprain
verb (used with object)
to overstrain or wrench (the ligaments of an ankle, wrist, or other joint) so as to injure without fracture or dislocation.
have sprained
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present perfectof sprain.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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“For players that have sprained their ankles, I recommend both taping and bracing, though some players are hesitant to use them in fears that it will restrict mobility,” emphasizes Ferkel.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 18, 2018
Kelly Oubre Jr. and Ish Smith, who both have sprained ankles, returned to practice, while Dudley participated in his limited contact activity for the first time since his back surgery.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 7, 2015
If Clark Kellogg had been calling this game, he would have sprained his larynx describing the play.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 4, 2013
I have sprained my wrists, broken my collarbone, and suffered plenty of lacerations, bumps and bruises in my life.
From Time Magazine Archive
“I twisted my ankle pretty bad. I could have sprained it.”
From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass
