sag

Example Sentences

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

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

His investment provided a jolt of support for Nike, which has been plotting a turnaround after losing ground to rivals and seeing sales sag.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 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

I struggle into the bathroom where I sag against the wall, staring bleary-eyed at the ring of products around the sink.

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson