beleaguered

Example Sentences

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Asked if he agreed with the comments, McFadden said: "I think prime ministers can often be beleaguered because it's a really tough job."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

But ‘The Pitt’ delivered the best season with its slow-burn look at the beleaguered state of American healthcare and the toll it takes on those who work in the system.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

But the beleaguered 63-year UK leader appears to have been granted a stay of execution, of sorts, while Burnham's fate is decided in the Makerfield by-election.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

My own family recently discovered this firsthand when our beleaguered second car, a gas-powered Honda Fit, finally bit the dust.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The beleaguered president decided not to run for a second term.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow