little toe
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of little toe
First recorded in 1720–30
Example Sentences
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McIlroy was suffering pain from the little toe on his right foot.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
“Anyone who’s a great competitor feels the same way. I don’t lean on excuses: not practicing, a little toe injury.”
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 28, 2021
It’s only been recently that I’ve been thinking about dipping my little toe back into dating.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2021
Paulson: I’ve had one little toe back in the water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2020
"No bigger than the toenail on your little toe."
From "Holes" by Louis Sachar
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