tug

Example Sentences

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He had already caught several, and a tug of resistance on the line hinted he would get another.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

“Basically, it’s a tug of war,” said Mike Treacy, head of market risk at Apex Fintech Solutions.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

It took a messy tug of war with RCR in the middle of the following season to secure his services for 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

The opening set was a tug of war before Sakkari wrestled the momentum her way, winning the last 11 points to grab a one-set lead in 48 minutes.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

“We are very well acquainted,” said Lena, her voice firm, just the way she had sounded in life, when Molly needed someone to gently tug her back to earth.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny