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hobbled

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A block later I hobbled past the Justice Department, its facade festooned with a giant banner of Trump’s face.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Asian stock markets surged and oil prices receded on Friday, boosted by optimism that the United States and Iran will reach a deal to end their war that has hobbled global energy supplies.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

He now earns around 15,000 rupees a month - less than what he made delivering lunchboxes, but is hobbled by a lack of options.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Both Trump and Xi enter their encounter hobbled at home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Miss Sadie hobbled from the side of the house.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool