prewar

Example Sentences

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But around 90% of Ukraine’s agricultural produce is now exported by sea, nearing the prewar level of 94%, according to the Ukrainian government.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Even if this proves to be the exception, a near-term reversion to prewar oil prices sounds like a pipe dream.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Analysts expect 17.8% earnings growth this year, higher than the prewar estimate of 14.6%.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Earlier this week, five ships passed through the international waterway during a 24-hour period, compared with the prewar volume of around 150.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Is there anyplace as comforting as an old, institutional, prewar bathroom?

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides