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Hobble
Physical Impairment![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Use 'hobble' to describe someone moving with difficulty due to injury or pain. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/BBwYBcKI3zgfAqKBpo0s1V7n0fo.webp)
Temporary State![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Hobble' often implies a temporary condition, not a permanent way of walking. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/TBTbfi032QFAhuJItnFUNJuGewc.webp)
Metaphoric Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
It can also metaphorically suggest moving slowly or with difficulty in non-physical contexts. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/kpeiTbIisBPWCmYVIGJIJEArg.webp)