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beleaguered

[bih-lee-gerd] / bɪˈli gərd /


ADJECTIVE
surrounded
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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With the show’s beleaguered Season 5 set to premiere on Thursday, a crucial question has emerged: Can it still feel like an entertaining watch after the events of this year?

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

Barra, CEO since 2014, has drawn a hard line on money-losing ventures, from budget sedans and its now-shuttered robotaxi business to beleaguered international units in markets like Europe and India.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 21, 2026

The country's tourism industry has also plummeted, a key source of income for the beleaguered government.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

The world's number one automaker by sales delivered the brighter outlook days after Tokyo and Washington moved to boost the beleaguered currency.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

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

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer




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