hobbling

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Hobbling, he was only saved when play was halted due to the extreme heat and the stadium roof closed.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

Hobbling in a black orthopedic boot, Hawkins marched the whole way with the help of a four-pronged cane.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2023

Hobbling Foster with a caricature this thinly sketched is a flagrant foul.

From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2022

Hobbling on crutches in his dress-white service uniform, he shook President Richard M. Nixon’s hand.

From Washington Post • Aug. 25, 2018

Hobbling around the White House on crutches, Kennedy prepped for the summit by reviewing major issues of the Cold War.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin