limp
verb (used without object)
to walk with a labored, jerky movement, as when lame.
is limping
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present progressiveof limp (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Oklahoma City All-Star Jalen Williams has missed games with a hamstring injury, and San Antonio All-Star De’Aaron Fox is limping through contests on a sprained ankle.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 25, 2026
New York City’s mayoral election is limping to such an ugly finish that it’s almost hard to pick the most distasteful moment.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2025
The Scotland fly-half is limping off the field and this will be a big concern for Bath.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2024
Meanwhile, LeBron James is limping through his 21st season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 16, 2024
Then they see that Fina is limping, and they go back to worrying.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
