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impairment

[im-pair-muhnt] / ɪmˈpɛər mənt /


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If increasing mitochondrial activity improved symptoms in animals, that would suggest mitochondrial impairment can come before neuron loss and contribute directly to cognitive decline.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

She has speech and language impairment but is able to communicate via body language, pointing and communication aids such as books which help her to indicate her thoughts and feelings.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“That makes the current weakness look more like a transition cost than a permanent impairment, though international verification friction remains a real overhang.”

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Quarterly profit declinedsto $399 million from $506 million, impacted by a $184 million goodwill impairment charge.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Was she just a poor speller, or was this a sign of mental impairment?

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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