duress

Example Sentences

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Sanders said he still believed Calocane had shown "elements of control, of planning", seemed to be "exhibiting choices" and "did not seem to be under duress".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Inflation around the same level gives space for further ECB loosening in the event of economic duress.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Haggis has its defenders, but it is not, for most Americans, a food you crave under emotional duress.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

My first experience was under duress in eighth grade from the deadlines.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

What if I can’t break the glass unless I’m under duress?

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth