straining

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Many countries are net importers and struggling to mitigate the impact of higher prices and shortages of critical inputs with subsidies and stimulus that is straining, in some instances, shaky finances.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

“The outlook is most challenging for fuel- and food-importing developing economies, where surging import costs risk widening fiscal deficits, straining external balances, and deepening food insecurity,” the body said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“Materially strengthened operating cash flow places Radius well to fund growth without straining its balance sheet.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Eight in 10 Americans say gasoline prices are straining their household budgets, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist Poll.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

I see them straining and shaking against the invisible force that binds them.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer