retarded
Example Sentences
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In 1974, using the preferred language of the era, Richard and Jean Koch cowrote the book “Understanding the Mentally Retarded Child: A New Approach,” published by Random House.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2023
In 1985, the Thornburghs were named "Family of the Year" by the Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Citizens.
From Fox News • Jan. 1, 2021
In 1985, the Thornburghs were named “Family of the Year” by the Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Citizens.
From Washington Times • Dec. 31, 2020
They didn’t have a child with developmental disabilities, yet they were involved for more than 50 years with the Association for the Help of Retarded Children.
From New York Times • Sep. 9, 2016
Retarded Explosions.—Retarded explosions considerably reduce the power which an engine should normally yield, and sensibly increase the consumption.
