buckling

Example Sentences

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Buckling under the pressure, Ms. Klausing found herself emphasizing skills that she had only really “dabbled in.”

From New York Times • Feb. 17, 2022

Buckling supply chains are hitting the United States and China, the world's economic motors that together account for more 40% of global economic output.

From Reuters • Jul. 23, 2021

Buckling his daughters into car seats before returning to their home, overstocked with food and other essentials, Amol Jain smiled.

From Washington Post • Mar. 14, 2020

Buckling sinisterly on the plancha, the tortilla is first covered in melted cheese before loaded up with other toppings — an effective way of preventing the tortilla from shattering, as frequently happens with tostadas.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2019

Buckling his restraints, Vogel said, "We are far past balance. We will not rock back."

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir