hobbling

Example Sentences

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An unknowing visitor to the U.S. in 2026 might be forgiven for wondering why more Americans aren’t hobbling around in leg casts and wearing neck braces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Texas Tech is hobbling into the tournament without star forward J.T.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Many Goma residents previously relied on relief supplies delivered through the city’s international airport, but the rebels have shut the airport down, hobbling aid groups’ efforts to replenish depleted stocks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

As Australia began the day on 518-7, Stokes took the ball and would manage only 10 deliveries before hobbling off holding his groin.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

Everyone turned to see Grace hobbling across the basketball court.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein