slipped disk
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of slipped disk
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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He ran the longest leg of races with a slipped disk that he did not disclose.
From New York Times
After a few days of pain, Mohamed visited a doctor Amazon recommended, who told her that she had a slipped disk and that she should avoid heavy lifting at work.
From Washington Post
He worked as a welder until suffering a slipped disk in his back.
From New York Times
A slipped disk in 1968 nearly derailed his astronaut career, but Mr. Collins recovered from surgery in time to be included on the Apollo 11 roster.
From Washington Post
A slipped disk in 1968 nearly derailed his astronaut career, but Collins recovered from surgery in time to be included on the Apollo 11 roster.
From Seattle Times
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