buckled

Example Sentences

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Disney and ABC, so far, have not buckled; the suspension of Kimmel last fall, after all, prompted a significant backlash against the company.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

Soon after, Hipolito’s legs shuddered and buckled and his body began to shake violently.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

There’s more to the story: in Trade Desk’s case, the digital advertising firm has buckled under competitive pressure from Amazon.com.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

But when times were tough — as they were during the major recessions of the last few decades — younger workers buckled down and stayed at their jobs.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

A bow plate buckled, popped in as though punched by a giant fist.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer