physical disability
Example Sentences
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The UK now has more female astronauts than male, and John McFall became the world's first astronaut professionally certified to fly to the International Space Station with a physical disability.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
A person with low handgrip, or low muscle strength, has a higher risk of death from all causes and cardiovascular disease as well as a higher incidence of physical disability.
From Science Daily • Dec. 6, 2024
When he played sports, he almost always was the only one with a physical disability.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2024
The run-up to the show’s premiere on Tuesday was overshadowed by a controversy over the fact that Terry had cast herself as villainous title character despite not having a physical disability.
From New York Times • May 22, 2024
Wernecke knew firsthand because he had received a draft deferment for a physical disability.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
