limp

Example Sentences

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Drivers may also develop a limp associated with banging their knees on the door.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Asked about his medical condition, the report said, "Woods advised he's had seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg... Woods advised he has a limp and his ankle seizes while walking."

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Scotland need momentum, they need to crash rather than limp into the World Cup, they need to hit the ground running.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Baker-Mazara returned a couple of minutes later with a noticeable limp.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

I shook myself off, clutching my limp and torn garments, and headed for Perilee’s to bring in the dry laundry and start supper.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson