stunted

Example Sentences

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The badger was so close, her stunted snout nearly touched his, and when he cried out, she did too, matching him scream for scream.

From Literature

She wants to unshackle a defense industry that is stunted, as she sees it, by heavy restrictions on what it can sell overseas.

From The Wall Street Journal

Gould said fossil fuel emissions are associated with various cancers, an increase in hospitalizations for older adults due to respiratory conditions, and asthma attacks or stunted lung growth in children.

From Los Angeles Times

If these challenges persist—or spread to other countries— the global economy could be in for a period of higher inflation and stunted growth.

From Barron's

These price shocks can lead to long term health problems, including stunted growth in children.

From Science Daily