stricken

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Representatives of nearly 40 organizations in cities across the country have reached out to him for advice on how similar programs might work in their stricken neighborhoods.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

The stricken vessel was later found on a sandbank.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

A clear timeline for recovering the other stricken boats has yet to emerge.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025

Stopping at the "twisted" frame of his bike to grab some medical supplies, Mr Vernon began triaging the stricken fans in the road, including some still trapped under the Ford Galaxy.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

Mr. Ray flopped back down on the couch, his face stricken, like he had seen a ghost.

From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds