death throes

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But those who conclude that the petrodollar is already in its death throes are reading the map upside down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

And second, broadcast television, including and especially late night, has been in its death throes for more than a decade.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

“The Gilded Age” embarks on its third season as America writhes in what many believe to be its death throes.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2025

Ms Pierre feels the country is in its death throes.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2024

Her whole body writhed like a snake in its death throes.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld