buffeting
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The big bank found that spending was up strongly on entertainment and arts for the month, which its economists said underscored consumers’ appetite for experiences even with the economic headwinds buffeting Canada.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025
The luxury sector is currently going through a challenging period for sales globally that is impacting many companies, but Hermes has been well-protected from the buffeting.
From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025
Globalization was buffeting the region with other big changes.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2025
The tragedy began on Sunday night with violent storms buffeting the boats here.
From BBC • Aug. 20, 2024
He orbited the chariot, gliding smoothly over the buffeting winds, spear raised.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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