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Sapped of the capacity for decisive action, the executive branch would become a kind of ceremonial head of state – a hood ornament for the country.

From Fox News • Feb. 18, 2019

Sapped by overuse during the first two nights here, the team’s bullpen entered the day desperate for a lengthy outing from a starter.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2017

Sapped of quiddity, she has become “an all-American girl.”

From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2016

Sapped of his agility and explosiveness, he is no longer the devastating counter to defenses that load up against James.

From New York Times • May 20, 2013

Sapped of strength and hurting from the water burn, he didn’t know how he’d kept up with the others.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner




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