gimped

Definition of gimpednext
past tense of gimp

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimped
Verb
  • Overall, this weekend was 83% above the previous frame, which was hobbled by a massive winter storm, though 5% below the same period last year.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 1 Feb. 2026
  • The video tribute played during a tense moment for the Lakers’ bench as Luka Doncic had just hobbled off the court with what looked like a serious leg injury.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • As for the vast majority of other sectors, hiring has limped along or seen declining employment in a labor market environment that has grown increasingly less dynamic.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The American, who was expected to be one of the biggest stars of the Games, limped into a tent for medical attention before being airlifted away by helicopter, dangling from a hoist cable with two people attending her.
    CBS News, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • In Congress, Democratic senators raised concerns that Carr's actions had trampled on the First Amendment.
    CBS News, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Take to the streets to demand justice for Renee Good and Alex Pretti and to defend a constitution that is in danger of being trampled by a new set of jackboots.
    Dr. Michael Good, Hartford Courant, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Gimped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gimped. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.

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