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as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
driving while impaired is against the law
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as in disabled
deprived of the power to perform one or more natural bodily activities
special devices for sight-impaired visitors
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as in damaged
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
already impaired by a crack, the windshield shattered upon impact with the baseball
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Recent Examples of impaired
Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
But states like Texas and California have no minimum for what's considered impaired.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
The memo warns that the $13 trillion residential mortgage market would fracture as prime borrowers with 780 FICO scores would see their incomes structurally and permanently impaired by AI displacement.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The Aurora Police Department is also encouraging residents to designate a sober driver before heading out, never let a friend drive impaired, always wear a seat belt and use a ride-share service, taxi or public transportation if drinking.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
But states like Texas and California have no minimum for what's considered impaired.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
Records show Bertrand was alert but severely impaired, with limited ability to follow commands, poor judgment, lethargy and a need for continuous nursing care, detectives say.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
The memo warns that the $13 trillion residential mortgage market would fracture as prime borrowers with 780 FICO scores would see their incomes structurally and permanently impaired by AI displacement.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
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During one of the shootings, Sheriff Shittu, a 30-year-old aspiring fashion designer, was fatally shot in the head after a tussle with a drunk patron who had groped his girlfriend earlier in the night.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Authorities alleged Lipscomb, who was drunk, belligerent and profane, came over next door to yell at the lawn care crew, including Starks, who were cutting the grass.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The fire disabled berthing for over 600 sailors and prompted a significant damage control effort amid ongoing combat operations against Iran.—
Munis Raza,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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Her candidacy has focused on her working-class roots and role as a caretaker for a disabled sister.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Budapest is threatening to block a $103 billion loan to Ukraine unless Kyiv reactivates the Druzhba pipeline, a piece of Soviet-era infrastructure that has been out of service since it was damaged by a Russian attack in January.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Mar. 2026
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Before heading onto the water, boaters should inspect all safety equipment and replace anything that’s damaged or expired.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2026
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Still, the rich history behind the day of laughter and libations remains behind the surge of shamrocks and drunken shanties.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Related Stories The film features several drunken duets between Rudd and Jonas after the former offers the latter some of his marijuana.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Officers responded to the scene and fired their weapons, but no one was injured by police fire.—
Laura Fay,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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After Wentz got injured, and later McCarthy got injured for a second time last season, the Vikings were forced to start undrafted rookie Max Brosmer for two games, which were both losses.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While fried chicken might be the most iconic Southern chicken dish, chicken and dumplings doesn’t fall far behind.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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Waiting long to eat fried chicken is unfair to the dish.—
John Marks,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2026
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Jimmy Carter Carter's presidency was marred by domestic and foreign-policy challenges.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
19 Mar. 2026
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Asmahan Taleb, who's also displaced in Sidon, said the run-up to Eid has been marred by hardship.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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They’re designed for support on uneven terrain, offer better grip in wet conditions, and keep your feet dry when the weather inevitably shifts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Impaired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impaired. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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