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to limp
01
to walk with difficulty, particularly due to a damaged or stiff leg or foot
Intransitive: to limp | to limp somewhere
Example
With a sprained knee, he could only limp slowly down the stairs.
The elderly man limped to the park bench, taking a moment to rest and catch his breath.
The injured athlete bravely continued to limp around the track, determined to finish the race.
02
to operate or move with difficulty, often due to mechanical issues or damage
Intransitive: to limp | to limp somewhere
Example
The truck, with a flat tire, had to limp to the nearest service station for repairs.
The motorcycle, with a punctured tire, could only limp along the deserted highway.
Due to an engine malfunction, the boat began to limp back to the marina at a reduced speed.
limp
01
not having any energy or determination
Example
The limp response from the audience disappointed the performer.
The plants looked limp and wilted from not being watered.
After the long hike, he walked at a limp pace, exhausted from the journey.
02
lacking firmness and strength
Limp
01
a slow or uneven manner of walking resulting from a damaged or stiff leg or foot
Example
With a sprained knee, he could only limp slowly down the stairs.
The elderly man limped to the park bench, taking a moment to rest and catch his breath.
The injured athlete bravely continued to limp around the track, determined to finish the race.
After twisting his ankle, he had to limp back to the car, wincing with each step.
Despite the pain, the soldier refused to stop and continued to limp alongside his comrades.
