drag on

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Meanwhile, the resulting increase in oil prices has acted as a drag on the global economy, with the International Monetary Fund External link cutting growth forecasts and raising inflation expectations.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Governments in the region are likely to continue or introduce measures, such as fuel subsidies or price caps, to cushion higher energy costs’ drag on borrowers, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

A decision is expected later on Tuesday, but there is the chance it could drag on into Wednesday.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“Overestimate what healthcare costs and long-term care facilities will cost in the future. The biggest drag on retirement nest eggs in your 80s and 90s is care,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

My feet started to drag on the ground and my weight pulled down on the reins.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson