cornered
Example Sentences
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"Overall we are seeing a European Union that has been cornered," said Li Shuo, from the Asia Society, a long-time observer of climate politics.
From BBC
Dusty is played by Josh O’Connor, who lately has cornered the market on sensitive, passive outsiders.
From Los Angeles Times
His call for “protest” has also alarmed some of his advisers, who said they fear his rhetoric will grow increasingly incendiary as he feels cornered by prosecutors.
From Washington Post
Mind you, Mandel was not being cornered by some progressive journalist.
From Salon
However, it’s conceivable she told because he busted her, or you cornered her, or she hoped he’d dump her for it, thereby making the tough choice for her.
From Washington Post
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