beset
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Dubai’s economic engine—driven by luxury real estate, foreign capital and global tourism—has benefited from its perception as an island of unshakable stability in a region historically beset by turmoil.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
On Friday Miliband is launching a fast-track process for the building of new nuclear power stations, which in the past have been beset with delays, spiralling costs and red tape.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
But with oil returning to the $100 precipice, private credit markets beset by liquidity concerns, and bond investors back on inflation watch, it may not be long before the metaphorical dams start leaking.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
Newey's remarks on the eve of the new Formula 1 season laid bare the crisis at Honda as the company starts its new working relationship with Aston Martin beset by performance and reliability problems.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
She is especially beset by Leah’s and my status as exceptional children.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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