infirmity

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On the whole, Americans don’t do that, largely believing that age and infirmity only matter if they impede on a person’s ability to do their job.

From Salon • Nov. 19, 2025

To Thomas, these schemes would present no constitutional infirmity, and courts could do nothing to stop them.

From Slate • May 23, 2024

Even as Feinstein sought reelection in 2018 at age 85, when her infirmity was no secret, she easily turned aside a challenge from the more liberal Kevin de León.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2023

For sure, Mr. President, there are those among us who have more than their share of disease and infirmity.

From Washington Post • Nov. 18, 2022

Stroke victims who have lost the ability to speak, for example, are virtuosos, because their infirmity has forced them to become far more sensitive to the information written on people’s faces.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell