stunted

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Gould said fossil fuel emissions are associated with various cancers, an increase in hospitalizations for older adults due to respiratory conditions, and asthma attacks or stunted lung growth in children.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 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

These price shocks can lead to long term health problems, including stunted growth in children.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

Most of the population lost weight, and a 2020 report found that 13% of children under the age of 5 were stunted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

She still rode the grey ^garron that Mully had given her the day she left the Wall, a shaggy, stunted thing blind in one eye.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin