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handicap

[han-dee-kap] / ˈhæn diˌkæp /




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John: On the same handicap mark as when an 11-length fourth to Panic Attack at Newbury.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The author, who once sported a 6 handicap, experienced diminished swing, ball and foot speed, making golf demoralizing from middle tees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 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

I didn’t know why he had chosen me, why it was only to me that he could show the most humbling sides of his handicap.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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