screwed

Example Sentences

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On a nuts and bolts level, it’s all screwed together tight, even the pieces that stick out at weird angles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Some economists got together in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday and agreed that, when it comes to Social Security, we’re screwed.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

They are typically screwed into the snow and often cemented in by water that turns to ice.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

Also, that the nuts and bolts for the on-board camera are screwed tight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

Although training purposes was just code for, You screwed up again, Regan; get it right this time.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin