gimped

past tense of gimp

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimped
Verb
  • His damning testimony proved controversial, but the system was hobbled by problematic legal tactics and a lack of scientific knowledge.
    Katie Hafner, Scientific American, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Rushing hobbled around on crutches.
    Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • South Africa Takes Control Early Nigeria were dealt an early blow when full-back Ola Aina limped off just seven minutes into the contest, forcing head coach Éric Chelle into an unplanned change.
    Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Engram reached for his ankle after the play and limped off the field.
    Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Some fell and were trampled in the stampede.
    Jesse Bedayn, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
  • In the past seven years, no one’s run off with your heart, blown your mind, challenged your identity, or trampled your self-respect.
    James Parker, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Gimped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gimped. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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