stunted

Example Sentences

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A third and one from the one-yard line that turned into a missed field goal after a false start stunted the red-zone opportunity.

From Los Angeles Times

Research over the years has highlighted the devastating impact air pollution is having on young children across the world - leading to stunted development, weaker immunity and lower cognitive ability.

From BBC

For Ruiz, the risk is twofold: He could have stunted his earning potential by opting for stability and the guarantee of life-changing money.

From Washington Post

So the risotto itself was undercooked, and I also felt like it tied into the story of my growth being stunted by my older brother dying when I was 16.

From Salon

The failure of South Asian countries “to uphold gender justice leaves a terrible legacy of suppression, violence and stunted potential,” she added.

From Seattle Times