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Sprain

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Common Injuries

Sprain is often used when talking about common sports injuries or accidents.

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He couldn't play in the finals due to an ankle sprain.
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Not a Break

A sprain refers to ligaments, not bones; it's different from a fracture.

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The doctor said it's not broken, just a sprain.
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Medical Context

Use 'sprain' in a medical or injury context, not for general twisting motions.

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I thought it was just a twist, but the nurse said it's a sprain.
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