pressure

Example Sentences

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First, population declines are placing downward pressure on prices.

From MarketWatch

India has slashed its reliance on Russian oil in recent months amid rising sanctions and pressure from the U.S., reducing its dependence on the shadow fleet, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Thinner market conditions could add downward pressure on prices.

From Barron's

Gallo noted that the company could see upside to services revenue for the quarter, although this part of the business could remain under relative pressure.

From MarketWatch

OTTAWA—Consumer price pressures in Canada eased slightly in the first month of the year as prices at the pump fell sharply.

From The Wall Street Journal