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disabled

[dis-ey-buhld] / dɪsˈeɪ bəld /
ADJECTIVE
having a disability
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Authorization of privateering would allow the capture of Iranian vessels now being turned back or disabled.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Two decades ago, California like many states started paying in-home aides and family members to assist elderly and disabled beneficiaries because it is less expensive than nursing homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would exempt from taxation 50% of the residential property owned by a fully disabled veteran, or 100% if their household income does not exceed $40,000.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

It is being led by Sir Stephen Timms, a government minister, as well as organisations which represent disabled people.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

He’s also disabled due to arthritis in his spine.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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