drag in
Example Sentences
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By 1976, punk was becoming a commercial drag in the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
Much of the drag in eurozone production came from a 9.4% decline in Ireland, where production data is notoriously volatile due to its location as a home for multinational firms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2025
State and local economies will likely see a drag in sales tax revenue, while the retail and transportation sectors could be plagued by declining demand and activity.
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2025
There was always a giant secondhand couch, and whenever it wore out someone would drag in a new one.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 16, 2025
My skirts are gathered between my legs and tied like pantaloons so they do not drag in the dirt.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
