Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpɪndʒmənt/
noun a physical obstruction or pressure on something
A1 My shoulder hurts because of impingement.
A2 The doctor diagnosed me with shoulder impingement.
B1 Physical therapy can help alleviate symptoms of impingement.
B2 Surgery may be necessary to correct severe impingement.
C1 The impingement of the nerve caused numbness in my arm.
C2 The impingement of blood flow to the brain can lead to serious health issues.
verb not applicable
A1 The door impinged on the table, causing a loud noise.
A2 She accidentally impinged on his personal space while trying to get past him.
B1 The new building design may impinge on the view from the existing apartments.
B2 The new regulations could potentially impinge on our ability to operate the business as usual.
C1 The government's decision to increase taxes will impinge on the economy in various ways.
C2 The controversial law has the potential to impinge on citizens' rights and freedoms.
adjective not applicable
A1 The impingement pain in my shoulder is getting worse.
A2 She was diagnosed with impingement syndrome in her hip.
B1 The impingement of the nerves caused numbness in his fingers.
B2 The impingement of the blood vessels required immediate surgery.
C1 The impingement of the company's profits led to layoffs.
C2 The impingement of civil liberties sparked protests across the country.
adverb not applicable
A1 She walked carefully to avoid impingement on her injured ankle.
A2 The doctor advised against heavy lifting to prevent impingement on the shoulder.
B1 Proper ergonomics can help reduce impingement on the nerves in the wrist.
B2 Physical therapy can be effective in treating impingement in the hip joint.
C1 The athlete's performance was affected by impingement in the knee, requiring surgery.
C2 The impingement of the nerve caused numbness and tingling in her fingers.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The doctor said the impingement on my shoulder is causing the pain.
A2 She couldn't lift her arm due to impingement in her shoulder.
B1 The impingement of the nerves in his back was causing him a lot of discomfort.
B2 The impingement of the blood vessels in her leg required surgery to correct.
C1 The impingement of the spinal cord can have serious consequences if not treated promptly.
C2 The impingement of the nerves in his neck was causing paralysis in his arms.
preposition not applicable
A1 The book is impingement the table.
A2 The cat is impingement the chair.
B1 The keys were impingement the door, preventing it from opening.
B2 The branches were impingement the window, blocking the sunlight.
C1 The new regulations are impingement the company's ability to innovate.
C2 The political unrest is impingement the country's economic growth.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I have a shoulder impingement, so I can't lift heavy objects.
A2 The impingement of the nerves in my back is causing me a lot of pain.
B1 The impingement of the branches created a natural archway in the forest.
B2 The impingement of my freedom by the government is unacceptable.
C1 The impingement of the company's profits led to layoffs and restructuring.
C2 The impingement of privacy rights by the new legislation sparked widespread protests.
interjection not applicable
A1 Ouch! Impingement! That hurts!
A2 Hey, watch out for impingement when you lift that heavy box!
B1 Impingement! Be careful not to strain your shoulder while exercising.
B2 Impingement can occur if you don't stretch properly before playing sports.
C1 Impingement is a common issue among athletes and can lead to serious injuries if not addressed.
C2 Impingement of the nerves in the spine can result in chronic pain and limited mobility.
article not applicable
A1 The impingement of the door prevented it from closing properly.
A2 She experienced impingement in her shoulder after lifting heavy boxes.
B1 The impingement of the nerve caused numbness in his fingers.
B2 The impingement of the company's profits led to layoffs.
C1 The impingement of civil liberties is a concerning issue in many countries.
C2 The impingement of free speech is a topic of heated debate among scholars.
formal The patient presented with symptoms of shoulder impingement, requiring further examination.
informal I think I might have an impingement in my knee from all that running.
slang My shoulder is killing me, must be that impingement acting up again.
figurative The impingement of conflicting schedules made it difficult to find a time to meet.
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