disabilities
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
According to local media reports, police had struggled to establish details of alleged abuse when interviewing residents, because most of them had severe disabilities and faced difficulties communicating.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
There are, of course, exemptions for people who are pregnant, have disabilities or are caring for young children.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 26, 2026
Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, who is chair of the newly created Homelessness and Health Committee, said the money will help working families, senior citizens and people with disabilities stay in the neighborhoods they call home.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026
These disabilities can occur because a stroke deprives parts of the brain of oxygen or causes bleeding that destroys brain cells.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
His physical disabilities alone would have ensured his dependent role; for his skin was unable to stand the sun, and the light affected his eyes.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
![]()