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“Regardless of the inaccuracy of the reporting, but mindful of the political reality it will inflict, we are taking time to reflect on the best path forward.”

From Salon Jul. 6, 2026

He is hoping that rising domestic consumption will absorb the blow US tariffs will inflict on Chinese exports.

From BBC Mar. 17, 2025

But asset writedowns worth billions of dollars will inflict losses on investors already whiplashed by recent events.

From Reuters Mar. 19, 2023

While it’s clear Musk intends to force a massive Twitter culture makeover, what’s less clear is how much collateral damage his actions will inflict on the company long term.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 16, 2022

His is a love which will inflict the pain that is to purify, and tenderly comfort the sufferer as he passes through it.

From For the Master's Sake A Story of the Days of Queen Mary by Petherick, Horace