Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Hobbling and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hobbling" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Both words in one sentence
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Graceful in Their Element: For all his agility while flying, when we see Tony try and run in his armor for more than a few feet (as in the opening shot aboard the airplaine) it's an awkward, hobbling gait.
Source: Film / Iron Man 2
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