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a condition in which a part of your body or mind is damaged and does not work well
Her mother had a hearing impairment that had become worse with age.
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Recent Examples of impairment
Police said Smith showed no signs of impairment and that there are no current charges as the investigation continues.
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Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 10 June 2025
Sources at the scene note that Smith was released quickly, as there was no sign of impairment.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 9 June 2025
The most severely affected reported a 66% impairment in productivity.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune, 18 June 2025
There’s a lot to discover beyond the shores of Holy Island, including — Spike imagines — a cure for his mother’s headaches, nosebleeds, and cognitive impairment.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 18 June 2025
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Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 10 June 2025
Sources at the scene note that Smith was released quickly, as there was no sign of impairment.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 9 June 2025
The most severely affected reported a 66% impairment in productivity.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune, 18 June 2025
There’s a lot to discover beyond the shores of Holy Island, including — Spike imagines — a cure for his mother’s headaches, nosebleeds, and cognitive impairment.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impairment
Noun
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Better yet, invite people with disabilities to provide input during the design phase of a building.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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And in Kansas, 30% of children, 30% of adults with disabilities and 58% of nursing home residents rely on Medicaid.—
Suzanne King,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Since going down with Covid-19 during Women’s Euro 2022, a succession of injuries have limited Miedema’s international appearances.—
Asif Burhan,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Samir had been shot in the back, and died of his injuries, Police Chief Todd Bettison said.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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Made with a titanium barrel, these curling irons heat the hair from within, ensuring minimal damage while providing a long-lasting hold.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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To avoid damage to brand reputation, planners must treat cybersecurity with the same regard as safety for an in-person setting.—
Michele Dobnikar,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Impairment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impairment. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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