dragging

Example Sentences

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The Mag 7 might not be the most exposed to higher oil prices—think airlines—but they fell 16% in the first three months, dragging down the whole market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

When insurers balked, the company turned around and billed patients’ families, dragging them into financial and legal turmoil and disrupting care for their disabled children.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Would dragging the scandal into another season really be welcome for fans?

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The carousel of leaders has taken its toll, driving up borrowing costs and dragging down investment.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

I check my phone—if she keeps dragging this out, I’ll be late to meet Zach.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz