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    beleaguer
    /bɪˈliːɡə/

    verb

    • 1. cause problems or difficulties for: "he attempts to answer several questions that beleaguer the industry"
    • 2. lay siege to (a place); besiege: archaic "our leaders decided to beleaguer the city"

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  2. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › beleagueringBeleaguering - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Jun 23, 2024 · noun. the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack. synonyms: besieging, military blockade, siege. see more.

  3. www.answers.com › What_could_be_a_sentence_with_the_word_beleaguer_in_itWhat could be a sentence with the word beleaguer in it?

    Aug 29, 2023 · The word beleaguered means set upon by or plagued by something "bad" or unpleasant. Here's a sentence or two: The beleaguered residents were left standing in the wreckage after...

  4. quizlet.com › 1572691 › sadlier-oxford-vocab-level-h-unit-7-flash-cardsSadlier-Oxford Vocab Level H Unit 7 Flashcards | Quizlet

    Mar 23, 2024 · having opposite and conflicting feelings about someone or something. beleaguer. to set upon from all sides; to surround with an army; to trouble, harass. carte blanche. full freedom or authority to act at one's own discretion. cataclysm. a sudden, violent, or devastating upheaval; a surging flood, deluge. debauch.

  5. www.answers.com › military-history › What_is_a_sentence_for_beleaguerWhat is a sentence for beleaguer? - Answers

    Sep 16, 2023 · She didn't want to beleaguer him with unnecessary texts and e-mails. The word beleaguer is used as a verb, and some synonyms are pester, annoy, and plague.

  6. rootmemory.com › beleaguerBeleaguer - Root Memory

    Apr 12, 2024 · Beleaguer means to surround yourself with difficulties or to harass persistently. It’s like being besieged by challenges or troubles from all sides, feeling overwhelmed and unable to find a way out.

  7. thesaurus.plus › related › beleaguerBeleaguer and Rib - Thesaurus.plus

    May 5, 2024 · Beleaguer verb - To surround (as a fortified place) with armed forces for the purpose of capturing or preventing commerce and communication. Show all Definitions Synonyms for Beleaguer

  8. quizlet.com › 421437653 › spelling-3-flash-cardsSpelling #3 Flashcards | Quizlet

    May 22, 2024 · Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Beleaguer, Belligerence, Blithe and more.

  9. www.worddb.com › crossword_clue › beleaguerBeleaguer Crossword Clue | 4 Answers - WordDB.com

    Oct 13, 2023 · Crossword answers for 'beleaguer' (4 exact answers, 8 possible answers). We think the answer is BESIEGE, last seen in The Guardian Quick.

  10. www.answers.com › Q › Use_beleaguered_in_a_sentenceUse beleaguered in a sentence? - Answers

    Sep 26, 2023 · - Answers. Subjects > Sports > Outdoor Activities. Use beleaguered in a sentence. Updated: 9/26/2023. Wiki User. ∙ 7y ago. Best Answer. The beleaguer crew was outgunned, out-manned, and...

  11. thesaurus.plus › related › beleaguerBeleaguer and Getting to - Thesaurus.plus

    May 8, 2024 · Beleaguer verb - To surround (as a fortified place) with armed forces for the purpose of capturing or preventing commerce and communication. Show all Definitions Synonyms for Beleaguer