sag

Example Sentences

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Tables that seemed to sag gently under the weight of carbohydrates.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

His investment provided a jolt of support for Nike, which has been plotting a turnaround after losing ground to rivals and seeing sales sag.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

At Carrizo Plain National Monument, the researchers removed five core samples from a now dry sag pond.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2024

Bahandari says neglecting to account for weight distribution can cause your bookshelves to sag or collapse.

From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024

I sag under the weight of the members of my parents’ faction, their lives, their tears.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth