Definition of Sprain
to twist the ligaments of a joint badly enough to cause pain and swelling but not tear it
Examples of Sprain in a sentence
You sprain your ankle if you twist it too far in a direction it’s not supposed to go. 🔊
If you sprain your wrist it will probably hurt to use that hand for a while. 🔊
Most people sprain their ankle when playing a sport or missing a step when they walk. 🔊
If your foot gets caught by something on the ground that makes it twist, you might sprain your ankle. 🔊
It’s harder to sprain your wrist than your ankle because you often have greater control over how far your hands twist. 🔊
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