cornered

Example Sentences

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"Overall we are seeing a European Union that has been cornered," said Li Shuo, from the Asia Society, a long-time observer of climate politics.

From BBC

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

From Los Angeles Times

However, with a minute and 45 second lefts of the seventh round, his opponent cornered him and landed a series of strong left and right punches that prompted referee Howard Foster to stop the fight.

From BBC

It can feel like that grimmest of media moments, being cornered by a reporter wanting to talk about their old stories.

From BBC

With Palestinians now effectively cornered, the second stage in Israel's military campaign is fraught with even more risks than the first.

From Reuters