Example Sentences

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But after struggling on the road before losing consecutive games at home against Las Vegas and Dallas amid a three-game losing streak, the Sparks needed something to go right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Most analysts stress the economic backdrop now is different to that in 2022; inflation was already elevated before the outbreak of the Ukraine war, and the global economy was struggling with post-pandemic supply chain woes.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The difference is that when Norris was struggling to feel the front of the McLaren, he acknowledged it pretty much straight away, and the team were open about what was going on.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

BERLIN—The U.S. and Iran have spent weeks struggling to forge a preliminary deal to end the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“Enough with the door!” she said, struggling to hide her exasperation.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny