Example Sentences

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In the book, she’s a paper-thin virtual idol, whom Wade stalks and harries for attention.

From The Guardian • Mar. 28, 2018

He hustles and harries various Chelsea defenders in quick succession as they pass the ball out from the back, no doubt knackering himself out in the process.

From The Guardian • Dec. 12, 2017

Nelson harries the French fleet in the Mediterranean.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2014

He harries attacking midfielders, breaks up passes, and clogs space.

From Slate • Jun. 17, 2014

Sivajee, his fleet harries the Concan coast; his agreement with the English; occupies and fortifies Kennery; plans an attack on Bombay; concludes peace with the English.

From The Pirates of Malabar, and an Englishwoman in India Two Hundred Years Ago by Biddulph, J. (John)