as in injuries
a condition that interferes with someone's ability to engage in certain tasks
The group provides one-on-one mentorship to students with various disabilities. The disability caused by the car crash prevented him from working.
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Recent Examples of disabilities
The Education Department implements widely popular programs that, among other things, protect students with disabilities, help schools hire counselors and make college more affordable.
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Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
Most of them are seniors, children and people with disabilities.
—CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
In addition to smaller class sizes, the school offers college-level courses through a dual-enrollment program with Foothill College and provides specialized support for students with disabilities and neurodivergent students.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
For guests with disabilities, there are multiple accessible routes throughout the hotel.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Valenzuela was arraigned Thursday on charges of first-degree endangering the welfare of a person with disabilities, a felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
While states play an important role in administering public education, federal oversight is essential to protect students’ civil rights, particularly students with disabilities.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Several programs could be at risk, including those that serve people with disabilities, according to documents from the Department of Health and Welfare, first reported by the Idaho Capital Sun.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
That legislation cut Medi-Ca l— California’s Medicaid program — providing free or low-cost comprehensive coverage to low-income residents, including families, children, seniors and people with disabilities.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
Most of them are seniors, children and people with disabilities.
—CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
In addition to smaller class sizes, the school offers college-level courses through a dual-enrollment program with Foothill College and provides specialized support for students with disabilities and neurodivergent students.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
For guests with disabilities, there are multiple accessible routes throughout the hotel.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Valenzuela was arraigned Thursday on charges of first-degree endangering the welfare of a person with disabilities, a felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
While states play an important role in administering public education, federal oversight is essential to protect students’ civil rights, particularly students with disabilities.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Several programs could be at risk, including those that serve people with disabilities, according to documents from the Department of Health and Welfare, first reported by the Idaho Capital Sun.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
That legislation cut Medi-Ca l— California’s Medicaid program — providing free or low-cost comprehensive coverage to low-income residents, including families, children, seniors and people with disabilities.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disabilities
Noun
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Instructors are trained to teach students with injuries and mobility concerns.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The man later went into cardiac arrest and died from his injuries.—
Ashley Carnahan,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Losses could put the tech firms on the hook for billions of dollars in damages and force them to change their platforms.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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If the companies are found liable, the jury will consider whether to award Kaley damages for pain and suffering, and could also impose punitive damages.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Accessibility for those with mobility impairments The staff makes every effort to facilitate requests, from assistance around the hotel to arranging for the hotel’s private chauffeurs to drive you to your destination.—
Kasia Dietz,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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But unlike some other disabilities or impairments, symptoms of hearing loss can appear subtle to those not experiencing it.—
Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Disabilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disabilities. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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