1
as in paralyzes
to render powerless, ineffective, or unable to move
the malfunctioning of a single component can incapacitate the engine
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2
as in cripples
to cause severe or permanent injury to
the stroke left her completely incapacitated
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Zelle issued a statement claiming that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s suit undermines Zelle, and will empower criminals and hurt small businesses and community banks.—
Corina Vanek,
The Arizona Republic,
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This lack of visibility undermines trust and raises concerns about data quality, privacy, and potential biases.—
Max (Chong) Li,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Incapacitates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incapacitates. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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