eke

Example Sentences

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While the world number one could not add to the tally, he largely demonstrated the consistency for which is he famed to eke out a solid, if unspectacular 70.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF looked poised to eke out a small gain for the week.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

With Indiana’s attention on Davidson, Kara Dunn and Smith helped the Trojans eke out front after the half.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

Of the $171 billion local ad revenue market, TV broadcasters eke out only a 9.3% share, BIA says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Then the anger would pass; he would go back to his job and try to eke out a few pennies to support his wife and children.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright