dragging

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But the listing prompted at least two peptide companies to sue the FDA, arguing it was dragging its feet on creating the bulks list of allowed compounding substances.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Another factor dragging down crude was Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent saying the U.S. might “unsanction” Iranian oil that is already at sea.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

His legs felt like anchors dragging across the court.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

In November, a video of Border Patrol agents dragging a woman out of her car in Chicago flooded social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

"Nope," Sam said, dragging his spoon through his oatmeal.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry