dragged
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The Camden, N.J.-based company had cut its initial fiscal-year outlook in March as weak demand for its snacks dragged on sales.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
China wants stability on its border and influence in Pyongyang, but without being dragged into crises triggered by North Korea's nuclear ambitions.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Solar stocks fell 9% and electrical equipment and infrastructure names were dragged lower after a strong May jobs report pushed Treasury yields higher and revived fears that interest rates could rise again.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Caruso remained in the lead — though it continued to shrink — as the week dragged on, but by Saturday, Bass had pulled ahead with 50.78% of the counted vote.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Then he knelt beside Renn, and after several attempts, dragged her sleeping-sack out from behind her.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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