millstone

Example Sentences

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“As the only sector to record a negative return in Q3, staples was the proverbial millstone around quality’s neck.”

From Barron's • Oct. 27, 2025

The growth of shorter formats, and especially T20, has played a part and for some national boards Test cricket is seen as a financial millstone amid poor attendances and declining interest.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2025

The play’s conceit feels like a millstone around its neck, a catchy hook that quickly begins to feel like an obligation.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2023

This is one millstone McCarthy may yet remove from the body politic.

From Salon • May 11, 2023

Chariot wheels, water wheels, potter’s wheels, millstone wheels— one can’t imagine Europe or China without them.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann