Example Sentences

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The U.A.E., one of the world’s largest oil producers, had long chafed at Saudi-backed production constraints.

From MarketWatch • May 3, 2026

The country has long chafed at OPEC’s limits and argued it should be allowed to produce more.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Also on CNN, top Democrats chafed at the idea of deploying ICE agents to do a job they aren’t trained to do.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

But he also chafed at the restricted role in his final year of college basketball.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

While Eilonwy chafed Gurgi’s wrists, the bard hurried to the tent flap and cautiously peered out.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander