Example Sentences

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Some locals in Utah say the tactic is backfiring.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

Nestlé tweaked its portfolio, but investors say some acquisitions were a distraction, backfiring as the company expanded into non-core areas.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Sullivan warned that changes to VA policy that take decision-making out of veterans’ control is a risk that could seriously backfiring.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

At around that time, those price increases started backfiring.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

“I mean, because of what happened in the rebellion. With the jabberjays backfiring on the Capitol and all.”

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins