economic pressure
Example Sentences
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Iran, living under sanctions since its 1979 revolution ended with Islamic authorities taking charge, has regularly said it will not cave to economic pressure.
From Barron's ● Aug. 29, 2026
What happened: As the war approached its six-month mark, both sides mostly ceased military attacks, but shifted to economic pressure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Here are some areas that Canada can apply economic pressure.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Eyes are also on US Treasury boss Scott Bessent, who said he would give more details in a news conference on Monday on a fresh push to pile economic pressure on Iran.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
We demand universal adult franchise and we are prepared to exert economic pressure to attain our demands.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
