bearing down
Example Sentences
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“Run, Denise!” is the kind of unhelpful remark, delivered by Greg when his wife is already well aware that a T. rex is bearing down on her, that defines the dialogue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Wolfe Research analyst Peter Supino referred to Starlink as a potential “comet” bearing down on U.S. broadband incumbents as it aims to significantly add capacity in the coming years.
From Barron's ● Jun. 26, 2026
A Home Office spokesperson said the government was "bearing down on small boat crossings".
From BBC ● May 9, 2026
The challenge of rebuilding a depleted workforce, restoring morale, and doing it under deadline, with another busy travel season and a major global event already bearing down, seems to be building every day.
From Slate ● Mar. 26, 2026
“Forgot to mention it. Slipped your mind, I daresay. He was bearing down on Harry like a great bulldog, all his teeth bared. “
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
