Synonyms

beleaguer

American

[bih-lee-ger] / bɪˈli gər /

verb (used with object)

to surround with military forces.
to surround or beset, as with troubles.

Synonyms:

hector, plague, annoy, vex, vex, bother, badger, pester, harass

beleaguer British

/ bɪˈliːɡə /

verb

to trouble persistently; harass
to lay siege to

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Other Word Forms

beleaguerer noun

Etymology

Origin of beleaguer

First recorded in 1580–90; be- + leaguer ¹

Example Sentences

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But this detection has come as a blow to a sector beleaguered by costs, incoming taxation changes, and other disease threats.

From BBC

It is Liverpool's worst run since 1953-54 as pressure mounts on the beleaguered Slot, with jeers from angry fans greeting the final whistle.

From Barron's

The International Monetary Fund said Wednesday that Germany's public spending ramp-up must be accompanied by "pro-growth" reforms to ensure Europe's beleaguered top economy makes a sustained recovery.

From Barron's

One major problem for beleaguered bitcoin right now: investor belief is crucial for continued gains, and right now the faithful are wavering.

From MarketWatch

What most generously believed was a blip, based on the compelling evidence of Slot's first title-winning campaign last season, is now a full-blown crisis for Liverpool and their beleaguered head coach.

From BBC

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