resort to
Example Sentences
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To pull off a similar miracle turnaround with the Knicks, Dolan has had to resort to a drastic measure: ceding control.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
While Pastef's majority in the National Assembly can censure the government, in the event of a deadlock the president can resort to "exceptional powers" to govern by decree for three months, noted Diallo.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
This brought home to Judith the reason some struggling people resort to thefts, and said her business is trying to do what it can to help.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
To resort to another Americanism, if this ain’t chaos, Prime Minister, it’ll do till the real chaos gets here.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
She could resort to the belly-basket again, but Jello was jumpy and she doubted if she had enough courage to put her hands in the mouths of the others.
From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George
