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hamstrung

[ham-struhng] / ˈhæmˌstrʌŋ /




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With Farage no longer an MP and fighting his own by-election in Clacton in Essex - he is hamstrung when it comes to devoting as much time and energy to Greater Manchester.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

The midseason trades helped the Clippers start replenishing their draft capital after the blockbuster move that brought Paul George and Kawhi Leonard to L.A. in 2019 hamstrung their assets.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 21, 2026

Manifold’s abrupt departure adds to the leadership turmoil that has hamstrung BP in recent years.

From The Wall Street Journal May 27, 2026

The Dutch Restitution Committee, which advises on looted Nazi art, is also hamstrung as it cannot compel private individuals to return artworks.

From Barron's May 11, 2026

The aftermath was horrific, with media reports showing hospitals without backup power, distraught families herded into the Superdome, emergency workers hamstrung by a lack of supplies.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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