handicap

Example Sentences

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Grace and Eva are practically the only characters who matter in the movie, although a third one achieves equal importance despite the handicap of not having a face.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 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

And that’s assuming they survive their challenge in the Supreme Court, which is impossible to handicap.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025

On Tuesday, Norrie - a decent golfer himself with a handicap of 13 - is aiming for more British success against two-time defending Wimbledon champion Alcaraz on Tuesday.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2025

He limped dramatically, just far enough to display his new handicap, and continued.

From "Bunnicula" by Deborah Howe and James Howe