straitened
Example Sentences
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Young scientists are naturally reluctant to expose themselves to anti-science obloquy; the straitened condition of the national press has led to mass layoffs of journalists with the knowledge and skill to communicate scientific truths.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2025
It makes sense that the industry should want to express its gratitude for shows that have managed — particularly in these straitened times — to pull in audiences from outside the usual theatergoing demographic.
From New York Times ● Apr. 15, 2024
But merchants and analysts said the dollarization boost has proven insufficient in the face of limited credit, a depreciating local currency, higher taxes, straitened public spending amid lower oil income, and rising utility bills.
From Reuters ● Sep. 1, 2023
The overall stats are heavily influenced by the biggest clubs, but in straitened times any increase is an achievement.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2023
There Glenn was raised in permanently straitened means, for his father never again found steady work.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
