infirm
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Lilia, a pensioner, recalled giving her infirm husband injections even as her hands and legs trembled during bombardments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
You are buying peace of mind and financial support if you become infirm.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 1, 2026
Staples literally got the sick and infirm to stand up.
From Salon ● Jun. 17, 2025
The daughter wondered aloud whether the authorities should force out the unwilling, especially residents who are old or infirm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 2025
The fact is, Father has become increasingly infirm.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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