inflict

Example Sentences

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The expropriations, along with the firings, consolidated state control of the oil sector and, experts say, drained the country of expertise and investment, inflicting lasting damage.

From Los Angeles Times

It requires preparation, timing, and an understanding of how toxins affect animals after a wound is inflicted.

From Science Daily

The damage they inflict can cause plants to have to be shut down for unplanned repairs.

From BBC

The two sides meet in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday 22 March with the chance of inflicting the first direct psychological blow.

From BBC

“While the setup from here is clearly murky in the short term, we believe the pain that will be inflicted will in turn set the company up for longer-term success.”

From MarketWatch