siege

Example Sentences

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Fertilizer is one of the critical markets under siege.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The siege only ended when it became clear that King Juan Carlos, Franco's designated successor, would not support the uprising.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

During the long days of the siege he speaks of "a profound reassessment of my values - it felt as if you suddenly start rushing to live".

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

The only way Cubans are surviving this siege is because they help one another.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

“I hear you,” she said, and drew her legs in still closer to her, as a fortress draws up its bridge before the siege.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger