impairment
Example Sentences
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Participants included individuals with normal cognition, mild cognitive impairment, and Alzheimer's disease.
From Science Daily
Glanville had been struggling for the last few years with a mysterious ailment that caused recurring facial swelling, speech impairment and the loss of teeth, leaving her reluctant to go out in public.
From Los Angeles Times
Clinically, accommodation should follow demonstrated functional impairment: an inability to perform essential tasks even with reasonable support.
The logged car rental company posted lower revenue in the fourth quarter and reported an impairment charge tied to its U.S. electric-vehicle rental fleet.
From Barron's
The girl has severe cerebral palsy, is unable to walk or talk, has severe visual impairment and epilepsy, and requires continuous 24-hour care.
From BBC
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