hobbled

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Asian stock markets surged and oil prices receded on Friday, boosted by optimism that the United States and Iran will reach a deal to end their war that has hobbled global energy supplies.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Both Trump and Xi enter their encounter hobbled at home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Attacks on pipelines and other energy infrastructure have also hobbled crude markets.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

The protests were rare public displays of discontent by a populace that’s endured Western-imposed economic sanctions and a sclerotic, corruption-riddled economy that has hobbled much of this oil-rich country of 93 million into poverty.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Razi flicked the reins again and the ox hobbled forward, reluctant to move after its break.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook