beleaguered

Example Sentences

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The chief executive of South East Water has resigned, according to the beleaguered water company.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Investors in Tokyo were also closely watching the yen after speculation of intervention by the Japanese government to prop up the beleaguered currency.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Pop sensation Lizzo has finally sold her beleaguered Beverly Hills, Calif., mansion—but has taken a $3.9 million loss on the property after spending more than a year trying to secure a buyer.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

The crew he has selected includes three astronauts and three civilians—a scientist; a person who won a seat on the trip through a lottery; and Ryan Crane, a beleaguered policeman who once saved John’s life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The beleaguered president decided not to run for a second term.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow