Example Sentences

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When weighing an expensive purchase, people should also be clear about why they are splurging.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

OCI growth is weighing on gross margin, down 5 percentage points since last year, but that was offset by operating expense savings from layoffs and other efficiencies.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Higher costs will also dampen corporate earnings, weighing on investment,” he added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The uncertainty is weighing on everyday Iranians too, with fitness trainer Elaheh from Ahvaz telling AFP: "I really have gone numb."

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It was difficult going, with his sore shoulder and the stuff in his pockets weighing him down.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith