crutch
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Some studies show that children who rely on AI to handle mental work later struggle on exams without AI, something called a crutch effect.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
And though “Undertone” makes good use of its podcasting conceit, the format is little more than a crutch for the movie’s narrative to rest on.
From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026
"We also would like to return their hospital crutch left in our vehicle that one of them with a previous leg injury had used on the ascent but again, sadly no replies to date."
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026
"When Rutte... says that they've spoken about some possible solutions, in Trump's mind, that becomes a deal," Abelsen said, leaning on a crutch.
From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026
When I saw my little sister kneeling in the center of that snow-white circle, and that old crutch laying on the ground beside her, I forgot about ponies and .22s.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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