immobile

Example Sentences

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"Haven't stood on my feet in over a week... been in a hospital bed immobile since my race," she said in a social media post.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

The 20-year-old was initially diagnosed with tonsillitis and prescribed antibiotics, however his condition deteriorated and he became immobile with severe leg pain.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

A mosquito spots the eminent man and zooms over to wheedle in his ear, but Bashō remains immobile.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

The face itself looked fine — a bit glowy at times and immobile around the eyes — but its novelty quickly wore off.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2025

The horseman was completely immobile, as was the boy.

From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho