hamstrung

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Hamstrung by a budget deficit, lawmakers passed 10 of 14 bills in the reparations package last year, which reform advocates felt were lackluster.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

Hamstrung by a transfer embargo, the ex-England midfielder still guided Chelsea to a top-four finish, an FA Cup final, helped youngsters like Reece James flourish and arguably set the platform for Tuchel's success.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2024

Hamstrung by decades of budget cuts, the I.R.S. has regularly struggled to crack down on tax avoidance by the wealthiest Americans and large companies.

From New York Times • May 28, 2024

Hamstrung by the repercussions of that incident, the jet maker continues to trail European rival Airbus.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 12, 2024

Hamstrung by agreements with McDonald's, Vkusno & tochka, can not open restaurants in countries where McDonald's already has a presence.

From Reuters • Jun. 6, 2023