palsy

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My brother, who has cerebral palsy and is developmentally disabled, is two years older than I am.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

Jackson was hospitalized in November with progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare and severe neurodegenerative condition.

From Salon • Feb. 17, 2026

Jackson, who had battled the neurodegenerative condition progressive supranuclear palsy for more than a decade, died at home surrounded by family.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Born with cerebral palsy affecting her right side, Greco competed for Australia at world championships and world cups.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

Notwithstanding the price was exorbitant for such hard accommodation, Dr. Trefusis nodded, which movement was imperceptible almost from the palsy of his chill, and we were admitted into the house.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson