Example Sentences

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The longer the case drags on, the company argues, the more the law firm can reap in profit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Investors just shook loose one of the biggest drags on market sentiment since late February.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

In other words, a booming stock market typically encourages private companies to go public and issue shares, rather than new issuance being what drags the market down, Chadha and Thatte said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"When a match drags and nothing interesting is happening on the pitch, fans feel it's a way to make the most of the money they paid for their tickets," he explained.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

We watch as she rummages through a box and drags something heavy over to the front yard.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan