completely lame

Frequency: 5.54.0 per million words

modifies 'lame' in its physical sense of being unable to walk

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Examples (10)

  • After the accident, the dog was completely lame and couldn't walk.
  • The old mare became completely lame and had to be retired from racing.
  • A sudden injury left him completely lame for several months.
  • The bird landed awkwardly and now appears completely lame in one leg.
  • Despite his leg being completely lame, he tried his best to move around.
  • The vet confirmed that the horse was completely lame and required extensive treatment.
  • She watched sadly as the once majestic deer walked completely lame through the forest.
  • It was clear from his hesitant steps that he was completely lame.
  • The warrior, wounded in battle, was left completely lame and unable to fight.
  • The sustained pressure caused his foot to go completely lame.