straining

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If the strait remains mostly closed, the draining of inventories will likely send prices back up over the next few months, straining the world economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 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

The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.

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

We also marched past a section of the men’s camp, many of our group straining to identify a husband or a son among the ranks of shaved heads and striped overalls.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom