dragged
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.
In the six months that followed, the bubble’s leaders — utilities, industrials and banks — dragged the broader index down.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
The messy breakup has dragged down the oil major’s shares as investors fret about a potential governance problem.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Understanding Raducanu would have a lack of sharpness, Sierra controlled the baseline rallies and cleverly dragged her opponent from side to side before unleashing precise winners.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
The cross-listed stock also dragged on the German DAX, which fell 0.2%.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Abby struggled toward them as if she dragged an anchor behind her.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
![]()