drag
Example Sentences
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When Earth's upper atmosphere heats up and expands, satellites orbiting the planet experience greater atmospheric drag.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
Its premiere was Sunday night at Campbell Hall featuring readings by performance artist Taylor Mac, in flamboyant drag, and unflustered dancer/choreographer Lucinda Childs.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
A decision is expected later on Tuesday, but there is the chance it could drag on into Wednesday.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
“Overestimate what healthcare costs and long-term care facilities will cost in the future. The biggest drag on retirement nest eggs in your 80s and 90s is care,” he said.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Dad had hitched Siren and Stentor to the rock sled, so they’d be ready to drag the carcasses up to the fire.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
Vocabulary lists containing drag
Force and Motion (Mechanics) - Middle School
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Force and Motion (Mechanics) - Introductory
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Physics - Introductory
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