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gimpy

British  
/ ˈɡɪmpɪ /

adjective

  1. the US equivalent of gammy

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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With one out, Freddie Freeman legged out an infield single, despite playing through not only his gimpy right ankle but also “a little quad thing” Roberts said he has been dealing with in recent days.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 11, 2025

Lock played just a couple of series and appeared a little gimpy after taking a low hit from Sam Williams that drew a roughing penalty.

From Washington Times Aug. 20, 2023

The Chiefs will have to protect Mahomes and give him time to stay in the pocket so he’s not trying run around on a gimpy ankle.

From Seattle Times Jan. 25, 2023

Tannehill came up gimpy after one play late and said he tweaked the right ankle that cost him two games earlier this season.

From Washington Post Nov. 27, 2022

Minutes later, they’re playing an awkward game with a half-deflated soccer ball—Alan with his gimpy leg and crooked arm, Amin with two left feet and uncoordinated tackles.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell

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