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How to pronounce cripple

“cripple” pronunciation in American and British English

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“cripple” in real sentences

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  1. poor, and this tax will cripple them, as it will cripple many crofters across the Highlands.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. It could cripple the global grid.

    Talks at Google

  3. THEY SAID--THEY SAID YOU'RE A CRIPPLE.

    Dept of Justice

  4. ALI ROGIN: A chain that could cripple global trade.

    PBS NewsHour

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