pinch

Example Sentences

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, whose country is feeling the economic pinch of the war, appealed directly to Trump to find an offramp.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Start with brown butter — cooled, but still fragrant — and mix it with brown sugar, flour, a generous measure of cinnamon and a pinch of salt.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

But with the loss of boosts to commercial and sponsorship revenue for the next 12 months and beyond, there is no doubt the FAW will feel the pinch.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Next to feel the pinch would be the continent of Africa.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

I brave his gaze and pinch my lips up into a smile.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam