brunt

Example Sentences

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Consumers in the U.K. continue to bear the brunt of a cost-of-living crisis gripping the country.

From The Wall Street Journal

Technology stocks have borne the brunt of investors’ skepticism, as concerns mount about stretched valuations and AI’s impact on corporate earnings.

From The Wall Street Journal

Big builders were among the companies bearing the brunt of dampened housing expectations on Wednesday: D.R.

From Barron's

The double burden for working mothers of managing the brunt of household chores and childcare while also maintaining their careers is another key factor, they say.

From Barron's

For the American firms and American consumers who bear the brunt of tariffs, the practical question is simpler: Will U.S. trade policy become stable and predictable, or will it remain an instrument of constant improvisation?

From MarketWatch