Paralympic

American

[par-uh-lim-pik] / ˌpær əˈlɪm pɪk /

Sometimes Para

adjective

of or relating to the Paralympic Games.

Paralympic British

/ ˌpærəˈlɪmpɪk /

adjective

of or relating to the Paralympics

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Paralympic

The British Paralympic Association has been approached for comment.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

Born without a functioning left hand, Storey began her Paralympic career as a 14-year-old swimmer in 1992 and won 16 medals in the pool across four Games, including five golds.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

Here’s everything you need to know to apply to work as a volunteer during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026

With the largest Olympic and Paralympic Games in history approaching, LA28 announced Monday it will open volunteer applications on July 14, the two-year mark before the Olympics officially begin.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2026

The buildings were constructed specifically for the games, with modern conveniences and accessible facilities for the Paralympic athletes who would be competing as well.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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