cornered

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The zebra — named Sero — was eventually cornered in a narrow alley, safely tranquilised and returned to his enclosure without any injuries.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Dusty is played by Josh O’Connor, who lately has cornered the market on sensitive, passive outsiders.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

Hologic has cornered the market for women’s health products and related diagnostic tools.

From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025

His edge is a bit like a concealed weapon, but it seems unlikely he’ll be cornered by his own warped sensibility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

When she had everything stored at the back of the cave, she built a fire, boiled pumpkin, and toasted a few soldier termites she cornered in the baskets.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer