Dictionary Entry
hamstring
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Meaning
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To weaken or cripple, especially by damaging the hamstring muscles.
Example Sentence
The injury threatened to hamstring the athlete's chances of competing in the Olympics.
Usage Note
Used to describe an action or event that severely hinders or incapacitates someone or something, often preventing them from achieving their goals or functioning properly. It can refer to physical injury or metaphorical obstruction.