Examples of ACL in a Sentence

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Running back Jonathon Brooks, who is returning from back-to-back ACL surgeries on his right knee, caught a pass across the middle from Young and blazed down the field through traffic. Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 That would be an enormous lift to Green Bay’s offense, as Kraft was having an All-Pro level season in 2025 before tearing his ACL. Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 Penix, who tore his ACL last November, has participated in individual throwing sessions and 7-on-7s. Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 10 June 2026 Dutch trio is out The Dutch squad will be without attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, who tore the ACL in his right knee in April while playing for Tottenham. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ACL

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First Known Use

1981, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ACL was in 1981

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“ACL.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ACL. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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