Hobson's choices

plural of Hobson's choice

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Noun
  • Local residents and business owners said Israeli forces had later returned to the area and confiscated all CCTV recordings.
    Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
  • His team declined to say what forces might leave and whether any Americans would go.
    ABC News, ABC News, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • The United States would have 60 days to fulfill their obligations specified in the agreement, Aragchi said.
    Bart Jansen, USA Today, 13 June 2026
  • In my experience, real financial strength often includes predictable income, diversified sources, manageable obligations, proper reserves and enough liquidity to handle timing gaps without panic.
    Michael Shribman, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Rudin relinquished his Broadway producing duties in 2021 following allegations of bullying but returned last season with a transfer of Little Bear Ridge Road, also starring Metcalf.
    Vulture Editors, Vulture, 8 June 2026
  • For example, the EU and CPTPP countries already ban countries from levying duties on certain digital activities and content.
    Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
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