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limping

  • present participle of limp.
  • a word derived from limp.

Example Sentences

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He was limping on the field before being replaced by Sebastian Berhalter.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

Now I stub my toe, I’m limping for three weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

Now, for a dose of reality: Companies that enjoy a huge pop end up limping along for years.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Bearman climbed out gingerly, limping and holding his knees, before being taken to the medical centre, where he had an X-ray before being released.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

I start laughing, thinking about James fake crying behind me, complaining about his ankle and limping along.

From "Watch Us Rise" by Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan