pinch

Example Sentences

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, whose country is feeling the economic pinch of the war, appealed directly to Trump to find an offramp.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Instead, finish the top with a scattering of turbinado sugar for crunch and a pinch of flaky salt for sparkle.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

But with the loss of boosts to commercial and sponsorship revenue for the next 12 months and beyond, there is no doubt the FAW will feel the pinch.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Besides, being broke and having to pinch pennies in college is a rite of passage, right?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

In the East Room of the White House on November 8, 1999, I had to pinch myself to see if I was dreaming.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals