pit

Example Sentences

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A new closed‑door hearing will now pit the parties' lawyers against each other.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

They look at the M2 measure of money supply and pit that against stock of all financial assets, excluding that held by central banks, FX reserve managers and commercial banks.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Conductor Robert Spano ably managed the intricate ensembles, the opera’s relentless drive, and an orchestra pit so small that some players had to perform amplified from a separate room.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Disney was supposed to have a pit for the orchestra, allowing for staging opera and dance.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

We hurry into the tunnel and not a second too soon—the bridge gives way into the snake pit.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas