Example Sentences

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While consumers are feeling pinched, the biggest U.S. public companies are feeling flush.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Big picture: Higher inflation has pinched households and raised costs for businesses.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

He pinched the hose, directing any residual water to the ash pit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Dwindling housing affordability has pinched pockets further, with a shortage of homes driving up both rents and house prices.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Ella pinched the stardust seal of the first one and yanked the paper out.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton