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.
spraining
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present participleof sprain.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Cronin went back to his normal starting lineup with the exception of forward Tyler Bilodeau, who was out after spraining his left knee in practice Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 22, 2025
Raducanu has not played since spraining ligaments in her foot during a Korea Open quarter-final against Daria Kasatkina on 21 September.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2024
Reggie Jackson played nine minutes for Denver despite spraining his ankle in the second half of Game 3.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 27, 2024
Tannehill made his first start since spraining his right ankle on Oct.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 25, 2023
She worried that if either action became routine, she could have a bad accident, spraining an ankle, breaking a bone, or worse.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
