pickle

Example Sentences

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The Federal Reserve, which held rates steady following the conclusion of its Federal Open Market Committee meeting on Wednesday, is in a pickle, too.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

The erstwhile interim U.S. attorney, then, is in a pickle of his own making.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

The bespectacled leg-spinner recently had the Australians in a pickle and has a great chance to bag a hatful of wickets in the opening group stage against weaker teams.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

The martini comes flavored with pikliz, the ubiquitous spicy Haitian pickle condiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

“Quinzy’s in a pickle as well. I’m afraid you’re stuck playing the part, old chap.”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood