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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quadriplegic
Adjective
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Caring for a paralyzed dog has not been without its challenges.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
12 May 2025 -
But some economists doubt that resilience will persist, with employers feeling paralyzed by Trump’s confusing on-again off-again tariff blitz.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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As holidays go, however, Flag Day can feel a bit lame.—
Kevin Fisher-Paulson,
San Francisco Chronicle,
8 June 2021
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My 11-year-old loved watching the pups roll balls and play a giant floor piano, but for non-dog owners (guilty as charged), parts of the series—like dressing dogs in little hats and outfits for a Parisian fashion show—feel lame.—
Tim Neville,
Outside Online,
23 Nov. 2020
Adjective
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The San Diego Food Bank also provides a once-a-month food delivery for the elderly and disabled, although recipients must meet specific requirements regarding age, disability and income, Minnett said.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2025
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Our communities will be devastated if billions are slashed for care to Florida children, seniors, disabled people and veterans.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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The coronavirus crisis dealt another serious blow to Blackpool, leaving businesses struggling as tourism ground to a halt during nationwide lockdowns.—
Megan Specia,
New York Times,
7 Sep. 2022
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This is when the fairytale comes crashing to a halt smack-dab in the middle of the Footprint Center.—
Jeremy Cluff,
The Arizona Republic,
6 Dec. 2021
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“Quadriplegic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quadriplegic. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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