Example Sentences
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Global air travel has been squeezed this year by the conflict in the Middle East, a key hub between Asia and Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
With margins squeezed by higher taxes and a slowing economy, pharmacies, restaurants, beauty salons and corner shops are increasingly steering customers towards cash to keep more income off the books.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
“If a small or midsize family farmer tries to take that stand, good luck. They’re just going to get squeezed out of the market,” Volpe said.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
Canada's economy had sputtered over the past year, as Trump's tariffs squeezed key sectors like auto-making, forced job losses and sent jitters across the business community.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
“Ouch,” I croaked, and squeezed my eyes shut.
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
