limped

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In 2024, the Three Lions took a squad full of playmakers to the Euros, but limped through the tournament after they all ended up in each other’s way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

Wrobleski limped away, finally able to react to the pain where the ball hit him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

And on the USS Gerald R. Ford, a $13 billion warship that limped off the line for a week of repairs after its laundry room caught fire.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The 22-year-old limped off in tears, 73 minutes into last Tuesday's defeat to Stewart's Saints and though his club have not released details of his injury, there is wide belief he will miss out.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Alice had what she called a twisted toe and limped around holding on to chairs and tables, all on one floor, naturally.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson