brunt
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Larger midshipmen stay at the bottom, taking the brunt of the weight.
From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026
In L.A., the Latino community is feeling the brunt of the loss, Zaldivar said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
Stocks fell Wednesday to extend a rollercoaster week for markets, with tech firms once again bearing the brunt of the selling as investors fret over elevated prices and possible US interest rate hikes.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
They write in a note that housing and consumption will bear the brunt of a slowdown in growth to 1.2% by the end of the year, from 2.6% in 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
If he treated Henry with deference, it was the rest of us who were forced to bear the wearing, day-to-day brunt of his anger.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
Vocabulary lists containing brunt
Blizzard! Words to Learn on a Snow Day
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
100 SAT Words Beginning with "B"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Diary of a Young Girl
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
