pressure

Example Sentences

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Even before it shut the strait, major economies—including U.S. allies—were building arsenals of deterrence against rising economic pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

They instead act as a wall to bounce the ball off to nearby team-mates, who have lost their marker and can play forward under less pressure.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Under pressure from Washington to ease repression, she has pushed through several major economic reforms, as well as an amnesty for political prisoners.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The pressure from the newer competitors comes at a time when companies with traditional TV networks depend on the NFL more than ever as it provides the highest rated programming by a wide margin.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

“Not the best, not the worst. There’s less pressure, sort of, knowing this summer can be the end if I want. A few people apologized about pushing me and Collin together.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison