beleaguered

Example Sentences

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In one message, Lord Mandelson describes No 10 as "beleaguered and bereft" and in need of a "complete revamp".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

But ‘The Pitt’ delivered the best season with its slow-burn look at the beleaguered state of American healthcare and the toll it takes on those who work in the system.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

But the beleaguered 63-year UK leader appears to have been granted a stay of execution, of sorts, while Burnham's fate is decided in the Makerfield by-election.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Modern Western parents have been taught that the ideal, natural family means a beleaguered mom plus a partner who may or may not equally share the work of raising kids.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

A beleaguered sprite was sheltering behind her ticket desk, besieged by angry gremlins.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer