besetting
Example Sentences
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The mood among German consumers continues to darken as the pressures besetting Europe’s largest economy take their toll on sentiment.
In a sign of the troubles besetting the industry, one large almond-growing conglomerate has declared bankruptcy.
From Los Angeles Times
The findings suggest kids have been caught in the crossfire of simultaneous immigration and housing crises besetting the city.
From Seattle Times
He also followed up on prior deals to provide arms and training to regional powers while adroitly sidestepping the deadly frictions currently besetting the Middle East.
From Washington Times
The 59-year-old politician had not been considered among the front-runners, but the assassination in broad daylight less than two weeks before the vote was a shocking reminder of the surge in crime besetting Ecuador.
From Seattle Times
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