hamstrung

Example Sentences

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While Borthwick, as his successor, guided England to within touching distance of the final, he was hamstrung by a lack of preparation.

From BBC

And whereas most skiers would be hamstrung by a fear of injury that could endanger their career, Vonn is an established icon willing to accept risks others might not.

From Los Angeles Times

"Clubs wanted to ensure they were in a compliant position rather than having an additional headache of being hamstrung under the new rules."

From BBC

Initially, his biggest obstacle is Picasso, whose influence both liberated and hamstrung Lam.

From The Wall Street Journal

Whoever comes in, though, will be hamstrung by the same issues Wane faced.

From BBC