slowed

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The processing of work permits has already been slowed, leaving many immigrants who still qualify for employment authorization unable to work.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

That enthusiasm started fading in the 1970s as construction costs rose and the growth of electricity demand slowed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It has broken down meticulously constructed networks of trust and generally slowed the response to the virus.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Just five months ago, the core rate of inflation had slowed to a five-year low of 2.5% and was moving closer to the Fed’s 2% long-term target.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“I slowed their progress, but I didn’t want to hurt them too seriously. There may be more coming. Quickly. Down here.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell