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Paraplegic
Description:
A paraplegic refers to an individual who has sustained paralysis or loss of function in the lower extremities, typically as a result of a spinal cord injury. This condition affects the ability to control or move the legs and may require the use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs.
Sample Sentences:
- After the accident, James became a paraplegic and had to rely on a wheelchair to get around.
- Despite being a paraplegic, Sarah pursued her passion for sports and participated in wheelchair basketball tournaments.
- John's life took a new direction after becoming a paraplegic; he found solace in art and became an accomplished painter.
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