drag in
Example Sentences
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Brisk south-easterly winds developing on Tuesday and Wednesday will drag in much warmer air from the European continent.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
The eurozone’s industry returned to slow growth in September, reflecting moderate resilience at a time of trade uncertainty and despite a significant drag in the month from volatile Irish data.
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
Firefighter John Clingingsmith was monitoring the fire from the main drag in Running Springs, making himself available to anyone who had questions or needed help.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2024
He was liable to drag in bits of what he called poetry; and sometimes, after a glass or two, would allude to the absurd adventures of his mysterious journey.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
