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handicap

[han-dee-kap] / ˈhæn diˌkæp /




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Across the NBA, teams are having to play the most important games of the season with a serious handicap.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The parking lot remains out of commission along with handicap access.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Clearly being without a full 15 on the field is a handicap for all teams but the very best sides, which is what England aspire to be, still find a way to win regardless.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Having equalled the 221 winners achieved by Kieren Fallon in 2003 at Wolverhampton on Tuesday, Loughnane took victory in the 14:30 GMT mile handicap at Lingfield Park.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

I see Pop parked in the handicap zone.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick




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