cripple

Example Sentences

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Private preschool owners say the rush of 4-year-olds joining public schools threatens to cripple their businesses.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

So far, the loss of Doncic — and Reaves — has been overcome by the Lakers while the loss of Wembanyama could cripple the Spurs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

“It looks like an attempt to cripple Anthropic,” U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Economic sanctions have helped to cripple its economy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

“If Red breaks that leg again,” Howard said soberly, “it will cripple him for life.”

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand