screwed

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On a nuts and bolts level, it’s all screwed together tight, even the pieces that stick out at weird angles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

As for what she said after the debate, she now says: “I’m his wife. I’m not going to get out on the stage there and say, ‘Joe, you really screwed that up.’

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Some economists got together in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday and agreed that, when it comes to Social Security, we’re screwed.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

If Miranda Priestly can get thrown in steerage, we’re all screwed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Arielle’s eyes were screwed shut, her mouth open in a silent scream.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi