pressure

Example Sentences

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Increasing competition for global savings could put upward pressure on Treasury long-term yields.

From MarketWatch

Last week, Cleveland-based investor Ancora Holdings acquired a small stake in Warner in an effort to pressure the company to negotiate with Paramount.

From The Wall Street Journal

And since the Chinese developers have a cost advantage, their competitive pressure, even with models that are less performant, is a big challenge to the dominant U.S. players.

From MarketWatch

But for many people, traveling provides a rare opportunity to leave behind the daily pressures and chores that can keep them from getting a good night’s sleep at home.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Forecasts for milder weather pointed to easing demand pressure, with the heating season nearing its end,” analysts at ANZ Research say.

From The Wall Street Journal