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addled

[ad-ld] / ˈæd ld /


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With their shallow root systems, addled by disease, the trees wouldn’t put up much resistance.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

We should not seek ethical guidance from addled entertainers, but we can find insights into our temporal and spiritual condition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

For 18 years, Clayton Kershaw pitched through the gamut of emotions as both a hero and a villain, moments of euphoria addled with spells of despair, picturesque summers disappearing into the wicked wilds of October.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

But, like every addled maniac, his hatred lacks focus.

From Salon • Jan. 5, 2025

By the entrance to the compound a few rabbits hopped aimlessly, too addled by their sudden freedom to make a break for it.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld




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