beleaguered

Example Sentences

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Germany's beleaguered state railway operator Deutsche Bahn said Friday its losses widened last year and warned passengers to brace for less-than-perfect service for years to come.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Alex was a beautiful and beleaguered soul, born worried, born romantic, difficult and hopeful and apparently a shockingly good poker player.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Havana relies heavily on imported fuel for electricity generation, and the oil blockade has brought Cuba's beleaguered economy close to collapse.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

The president, played by a breathy, beleaguered Idris Elba and known only by his call sign, “Icon,” is of indeterminate party and ideology.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

A beleaguered sprite was sheltering behind her ticket desk, besieged by angry gremlins.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer