put a crimp in
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StubHub on Wednesday also said it wasn’t seeing a downturn in enthusiasm for concerts, even as higher prices for things like gas threaten to put a crimp in consumer spending.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
The proposal his side is pitching—known as Article 2 and sponsored by local planning-board chair Dave Iverson—would limit home rentals to no less than seven days, which would put a crimp in weekend visits.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025
Offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur seemed to find a winning game plan by focusing on the running game, but Hall’s injury a few weeks ago put a crimp in that.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 21, 2022
The crisis in Europe also put a crimp in recovery plans for the Southeast Asian nation’s tourism industry, which has hosted more visitors from Russia than any of its neighbors before the pandemic hit.
From Washington Times • Mar. 12, 2022
If she and Grandpa were romancing, it sure would put a crimp in things to have Jealousy Incarnate underfoot.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
