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paralysis

[puh-ral-uh-sis] / pəˈræl ə sɪs /




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Neuralink is developing tiny computer chips that can be implanted in the human brain, with the stated goal of helping people with paralysis or neurological conditions communicate using only their thoughts.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

By overcompensating for the sore back, he developed paralysis in the ulnar nerve in his right arm, limiting him to five appearances in his first minor league season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

It sounds like your niece is experiencing decision paralysis around her finances, housing, and lifestyle.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

My vocal cords were mostly moving as they should be, ruling out vocal cord paralysis or other pathologies.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Despite his speech paralysis, my grandfather remained a vital person.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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