physically challenged
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Renovations geared toward the disabled, the physically challenged and the elderly are officially known as home modifications.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2023
To make it count, corporations that hire ex-cons and even those considered to be mentally or physically challenged should be given tax breaks.
From New York Times ● Jan. 13, 2018
Becoming Bulletproof Michael Barnett's 2015 documentary focuses on the Zeno Mountain Farm, a collective organization that anually produces films in which the cast includes performers who are physically challenged.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 29, 2016
It’s one of the premier rehabilitation centers in the Southeast for mentally and physically challenged adults from Etowah, Marshall, DeKalb, Cherokee and St. Clair counties.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 9, 2014
With patriotism in play, the best physically challenged athletes would develop a fan base.
From Slate ● Aug. 9, 2012
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