duress

Example Sentences

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Haggis has its defenders, but it is not, for most Americans, a food you crave under emotional duress.

From Salon

It could say the deal was made under duress and is thus void, as some sympathizers have floated.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, Masud has claimed the confession is false, was made under duress and should be ruled inadmissible before his trial in Washington DC later this year.

From BBC

Proving that your mother approved this transaction would require written authorization or a gift agreement, and proof that she understood the transaction and was not under duress.

From MarketWatch

My first experience was under duress in eighth grade from the deadlines.

From Los Angeles Times