limp
verb (used without object)
to walk with a labored, jerky movement, as when lame.
has limped
-
present perfectof limp (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
While the character has limped throughout the show, I believe this is the first time it has been explicit about both his twisted foot and his twisted foot obsession.
From New York Times ● Oct. 16, 2022
If there’s a 2 that could be vulnerable, it could be Auburn, which has limped into the tournament down the stretch, but you can’t consider Jacksonville State as a legitimate Cinderella.
From Fox News ● Mar. 17, 2022
In the two decades since, fans have been worn down as the team has limped to a 155-212-1 record, with just one playoff win.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 8, 2022
The Wildcats offense has limped along behind Will Howard and running back Deuce Vaughn, but Howard was hurt in last week’s loss to Oklahoma State.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 28, 2021
For two weeks Frederick has limped around bruised and slowfooted and puffy, and not once has he spoken to Werner with anything more than his own gentle brand of distracted kindness.
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
