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stunted

[stuhn-tid] / ˈstʌn tɪd /


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The economy was stunted by abnormally severe winter weather, for one thing.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

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 • Mar. 22, 2026

The questions surrounding the brothers Tom and Will Green, who surfaced in the Canadian town of Vernon, British Columbia, in 2003, are less about pedagogy and stunted development than the nature of liberty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Geopolitics, war and difficulty securing visas has stunted progress, but now, about to enter Austria, Karl and his family back home are preparing for the homecoming.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

They resemble stunted piglets with long legs, thick, stubby tails and narrow black eyes.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling




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