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
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
A vibrant orange form threatens to topple over, as if the aluminum circle it holds aloft is straining its shaky legs.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 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
Duane was straining to hear above the whoosh of the toboggan sliding over the snow and ice.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
