under pressure

Example Sentences

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The beef industry is already under pressure: Earlier this year, the U.S. beef cattle herd reached a 75-year low.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"Habitats that were recovering are now back under threat and under pressure again."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Those that stonewall or improvise under pressure prolong the damage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Sales in China remained under pressure due to the highly competitive industry landscape and challenging macro environment, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

There were only four plaintiffs now, since one of the women, Jeanette Reese, had dropped out under pressure from her employer.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose