deformity

O’Connor’s South—influenced as much by Hawthorne as by Faulkner—is a metaphysical realm of spiritual deformity and, at moments, shocking prophetic insight.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

He explained that his friends used to say "you don't look dyslexic" as if it was a "deformity", but he added "those were the times".

From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2025

Surgery is often required to prevent heel deformity.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2024

Chigbu said her inspiration to start the foundation came from her daughter’s experience with being born with limb deformity.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 12, 2024

Tyler tried to curl Dad’s fingers, to elongate the tendons and prevent the deformity from becoming permanent, but Dad couldn’t bear the pain.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

This novel centers on Pothivelu Pandaram, a hustling businessman in southern India whose trade consists of managing men and women with physical deformities who beg outside temples.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026

In Southern California, lions have shown deformities from inbreeding, including kinked tails and malformed sperm.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025

As the energy deficit worsens, cells gradually weaken and die, leading to symptoms such as muscle weakness, poor coordination, and deformities in the feet.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2025

Wheelchairs brought not just independence, but also helped prevent deformities - in the past, many with the condition had been left simply lying in bed or on the floor.

From BBC ● May 11, 2025

Whenever his father's eyes were on him, he became uncomfortably aware of all his deformities and shortcomings.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin