crutch

Example Sentences

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The question isn’t whether AI is cognitively dangerous, the question is whether you’re using it as a crutch or as a coach.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

During the call it was revealed that she was using a crutch.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

And though “Undertone” makes good use of its podcasting conceit, the format is little more than a crutch for the movie’s narrative to rest on.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

"It's like wanting to saw off your own leg just because you have a great crutch," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

But next morning I reach for my crutch and don’t let go of it all day.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar