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Beleagured

Definition:

adjective

under pressure; surrounded or besieged

Senses:

1. subject to constant troubles, difficulties, or criticism

2. surrounded by enemies; under attack or siege

Example Sentences:

Sense 1:

• She was a beleaguered manager constantly dealing with employee issues.
• The beleaguered company struggled to meet its financial obligations.
• Despite being beleaguered with criticism, he never wavered in his conviction.

Sense 2:

• The beleaguered fort was under constant attack from the enemy.
• During the war, the beleaguered city faced a severe shortage of supplies.
• The beleaguered troops fought bravely against overwhelming odds.

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