sag

Example Sentences

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Tables that seemed to sag gently under the weight of carbohydrates.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

Our efforts tend to sag when we feel comfortable in our roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 18, 2025

That magnitude of surge could cause transmission lines that remained energized to heat up, sag, arc and potentially start a fire, experts said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2025

Bahandari says neglecting to account for weight distribution can cause your bookshelves to sag or collapse.

From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024

Her bunk was about two inches from the ground, but there was no sag, so she couldn’t feel the floor.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata