- present participle of limp.
limping
Example Sentences
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He was limping on the field before being replaced by Sebastian Berhalter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Clark was seen limping on the court before making two of three free throws.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
That season, the Rockets were limping along below .500 when they decided to sink to the bottom of the standings, losing 27 of their last 36 games.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
Now, for a dose of reality: Companies that enjoy a huge pop end up limping along for years.
From Barron's ● Apr. 6, 2026
“You’re just mad that my fantasy-league team destroyed yours last year,” Reg shot back, grabbing his crutches and limping over to the waiting area.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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