labored

Example Sentences

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INS data revealed two-thirds of apprehended workers labored in industrial and construction jobs, not agriculture as was conventionally believed.

From The Wall Street Journal

When asked after the game about a particularly labored stretch during the second quarter, James quipped that it wasn’t just that moment.

From Los Angeles Times

“I learned to swim as a child in the Marne,” said Jean-Louis Bourgeois, 70, standing outside his brick house in Le Perreux-sur-Marne one morning after workers labored to complete his sewer system.

From Seattle Times

And even as the public health emergency opened the door for data-sharing, the CDC labored for months to expand its authority.

From Seattle Times

Brown had not given up an earned run in 14 innings entering Friday, but gave up four in the first as he labored through a 29-pitch inning.

From Washington Times