Example Sentences

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Jaguar Land Rover will restart some sections of its manufacturing operations in the coming days, as it begins its recovery from a cyberattack that has crippled production for around a month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 29, 2025

Aid groups says the loss of the two crossings has crippled efforts to provide humanitarian aid as needs mount.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024

Late Tuesday, top studio executives met with WGA’s negotiators to encourage them to accept a deal that would end the 114-day WGA walkout, which has crippled film and television production.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2023

However, the blockade has crippled Gaza's economy and living conditions are dire.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2023

Unfortunately, Monsieur le Marquis, affliction has crippled me and I spend the day in my chair in the blue parlour.

From The Inn at the Red Oak by Griswold, Latta