austerity
Example Sentences
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He has implemented major austerity measures — including more than 1,000 layoffs last year — to shore up a gaping budget deficit.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
There were protests as the government introduced austerity measures to try to balance the books.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026
Lecornu's centre-right government said last week it would be "impossible" to adopt a 2026 austerity budget by vote.
From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026
With the censure motions out of the way, the government can resume its efforts to get the second half of a much-needed 2026 austerity budget through parliament.
From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026
“For those of us who take our vow of austerity seriously, conclave is the only time we allow ourselves the luxury of fine food and drink. It reminds us that we’re human.”
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
