throes

Example Sentences

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Mr. McDougall argues differently: European civilization hasn’t returned to life but merely eased and extended its death throes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

In the throes of cognitive dissonance, I ignored the vow and fell in love with Renée.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

The singer and the on-screen star had been deep in the throes of their romance when they snapped up the home, which served as their primary abode throughout their four-year marriage.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

According to a UN-backed report, Dilling is in the throes of famine.

From Barron's • Jan. 4, 2026

And for a moment, while all were silent and still, watching the Lord in his throes, he wavered.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien