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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

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

But researchers still need to confirm that sloppy protein synthesis drives age-related problem in humans, such as gimpy knees and failing hearts.

From Science Magazine ● Mar. 1, 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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