That way they ease into their landing and avoid striking their heel.

VOA: special.2010.02.03

They are "The Iron Heel" and "The Cruise of the Snark."

VOA: special.2010.05.21

Also,the heel generally has thick material under it to soften landings.

VOA: special.2010.02.03

Runners who wear shoes usually come down heel first.

VOA: special.2010.02.03

North Carolina is the Tar Heel State.

VOA: special.2009.08.16

He says their research has identified an "Achilles' heel" of the parasite - an enzyme that is needed for the parasite's survival.

VOA: standard.2010.04.05