under duress

Example Sentences

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If you were on the grand jury, can you blink twice if you were under duress?

From Slate • May 2, 2026

Sanders said he still believed Calocane had shown "elements of control, of planning", seemed to be "exhibiting choices" and "did not seem to be under duress".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Canada’s economy is struggling with slow growth, with manufacturers under duress from hefty U.S. tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Proving that your mother approved this transaction would require written authorization or a gift agreement, and proof that she understood the transaction and was not under duress.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

In the backseat, one very unhappy twelve- year-old, me, arriving under duress for an interview.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides