disable
verb (used with object)
to make unable or unfit; weaken or destroy the capability of; incapacitate.
disabling
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present participleof disable.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Another participant noted that other exercises also simulated disabling strikes against enemy command posts using land-based surface-to-surface missiles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026
“When people have access to medical care through insurance, they tend to undertake activities that can help longevity, like better preventive care, better management of chronic and disabling conditions,” Cohen said.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
"The problem is the industry has a very poor reputation of disabling games once they end support," said Scott Ross, co-founder of consumer rights group Stop Killing Games, following Rockstar's announcement.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Fatigue is among the most frequent and disabling symptoms reported by people with long COVID.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 19, 2026
I grew up victim to a disabling confusion.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
