limping

Example Sentences

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I was limping and being passed by people double my age.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The report noted that Woods was observed "limping and stumbling", adding that the American said he had had seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The U.S. unexpectedly shed 92,000 jobs last month, the second-largest monthly decline since the Covid-19 pandemic and a fresh warning that the labor market continues to struggle after limping through 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

After the game, Doncic was limping down the hallway.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

J.W. came back from his patrol, limping with a bur between his toes, and crept into Lloyd’s damp lap.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck