crippled

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Stocks slumped as the conflict in the Middle East crippled travel through some of the world’s most crowded transit arteries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

The latest wave crippled Kyiv's energy system, leaving hundreds of thousands without heating as temperatures plunged to -20C.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

In any case, Iran is expected to demand the lifting of sanctions that have crippled its economy.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

In yet another example of how the immigration raids had crippled attendance, some buses were nearly empty.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

“What shall I do when I’m too crippled to get out of bed?” she said angrily.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George