handicap
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I could never drive the ball that far, but at one time, I sported a respectable 6 handicap.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The author, who once sported a 6 handicap, experienced diminished swing, ball and foot speed, making golf demoralizing from middle tees.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The parking lot remains out of commission along with handicap access.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
Clearly being without a full 15 on the field is a handicap for all teams but the very best sides, which is what England aspire to be, still find a way to win regardless.
From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026
I feared I might handicap him, stunt the speech blooming in his brain, and that Lelia would provide the best example of how to speak.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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