pressure

Example Sentences

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But this year the government abruptly changed tack, after sustained pressure from the US, China and other countries to act against the scams.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Leerink Partners analyst Thomas Smith also wrote Monday that Viridian Therapeutics stock was under pressure following Amgen’s Phase 3 trial.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

He acknowledged public pressure was holding him back from that course.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

He doesn’t have much wiggle room on gas prices, so he focuses on keeping breakfast and lunch affordable and “providing value” for customers under pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

While I’m grateful they’re giving me the chance to catch back up, the pressure is even greater since everything is due in three short weeks.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam