crimp

Example Sentences

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Otherwise, the strain of prolonged high prices could weigh on the global economy and crimp fuel demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

But that is now threatened by rising oil-and-gas prices that will send industrial costs higher and crimp investment and confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

But if he is serious about restraining American corporations’ ability to pay dividends or buy back shares, it could put a major crimp in market returns.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

If the squeeze does last, it could eventually even crimp the margins of AI hardware companies like Nvidia.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

“You got to crimp the edges with your thumb, like this. That makes ’em look nice.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly