cornered

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A short time later Deranque was one of three nationalist activists who, having failed to get away, were cornered by the opposing group.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 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

He’d been cornered by her earlier that day, and in order to escape her chattering on and on about not leaving her treasure behind, he’d agreed to help.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai