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as in floppy
not stiff in structure
his broken arm was limp as he held it against his side
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as in tired
depleted in strength, energy, or freshness
the limp runners just dropped to the ground after crossing the finish line
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as in listless
lacking bodily energy or motivation
the team's limp performance has many calling for the head coach's resignation
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as in to shuffle
to walk while favoring one leg
she limped all day after stubbing her toe on the lawn sprinkler
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as in to stumble
to proceed or act clumsily or ineffectually
the damaged boat limped back into port
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as in to drag
to move slowly
we'll have to stop limping if we are ever going to make our destination in time
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Recent Examples of limp
Judy Berman, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024
One awkward swipe at the ball in a preseason game left Shamet clutching his limp shoulder in agony, his path to securing a roster spot seemingly derailed.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 2 Jan. 2025
In the final quarter of 2024, the S&P limped forward just 1.9%.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Voice acting and guest gigs aside, Crystal has been off the small screen since 2015, when FX canceled his and Josh Gad’s showbiz sendup The Comedians after a single limp season.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024
One awkward swipe at the ball in a preseason game left Shamet clutching his limp shoulder in agony, his path to securing a roster spot seemingly derailed.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Expand All Deep in the bowels of State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, Ahmed Hassanein limped up to the makeshift media table after Boise State’s 31-14 loss to Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 2 Jan. 2025
In the final quarter of 2024, the S&P limped forward just 1.9%.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limp
Adjective
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In lieu of the standard tuxedo, consider a pleated skirt like Oscar Isaac, a floppy tie like Josh O’Connor, or a formal scarf like Damiano David.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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On top of her dark wavy hair sat a big, floppy fur hat.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
30 Dec. 2024
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The upstairs restaurant serves Italian classics with a twist, as well as couscous and dishes prepared in a wok, which can be a nice change for those tired of pizza and pasta.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Some women combat veterans and military experts say Hegseth's likely rise to Trump's cabinet has left them frustrated and exhausted and has revived tired, sexist arguments against their service.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Warriors concluded a six-game homestand with another listless effort.—
Marcus Thompson II,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Both are unemployed with little opportunity in sight, pitted against each other in a constantly bickering home, and listless about it all.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
9 Dec. 2024
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As he’s been awaiting trial in Charlotte since his arrest in 2012 on a first-degree murder charge, Perkins has been shuffled between the Mecklenburg County jail, Broughton Hospital, Central Prison, and Central Regional Hospital dozens of times.—
Kallie Cox,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Jan. 2025
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His defensive concentration — happy to shuffle players out wide and contain them in one-v-one duels — makes Reis an interesting potential option as a right-back for Guardiola, who often opts for four centre-backs across the defence.—
Thom Harris,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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When the 'lightbulb went off' The stars aligned when one day in 1984, Ho stumbled upon a vast piece of coastal land in Bang Tao Bay in Phuket, Thailand.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2025
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Matthias Schmidt, founder of Schmidt Automotive Research, said BYD’s plans for Germany have stumbled as EV sales slumped after government incentives were removed.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The video shows a man trying to drag Zakariya’s lifeless body before he too is shot.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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The deputies dragged Payne across the floor, according to the complaint.—
Julia Marnin,
Sacramento Bee,
24 Jan. 2025
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In an interview with CNN from her home in the West Bank city of Bethlehem, Hassanein appeared frail and exhausted.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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But falling into a hire for reasons of comfort alone is going to be tough to sell for a franchise that’s exhausted by the comfortable status quo.—
Saad Yousuf,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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The team continues to play great with a different weak spot each season, so maybe that’s part of the excitement and drama of being a fan of the franchise now. · 5h 1m ago Thanks Chandler, good stuff as always.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Its economy is already facing a deepening malaise, brought on by a property crisis, mounting government debt and weak consumer spending.—
David Pierson,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Limp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limp. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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