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stunted

[stuhn-tid] / ˈstʌn tɪd /


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The economy was stunted by abnormally severe winter weather, for one thing.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

If these challenges persist—or spread to other countries— the global economy could be in for a period of higher inflation and stunted growth.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

Energy companies are positioning themselves for a period of weaker prices as oil demand growth looks stunted and supply remains high.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Geopolitics, war and difficulty securing visas has stunted progress, but now, about to enter Austria, Karl and his family back home are preparing for the homecoming.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

One even had the head of a fly and a stunted pair of semi-transparent wings.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda




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