rationing
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So the rationing helps for them self-govern a little bit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
But the rationing has frustrated many ordinary citizens, with Nasanjargal telling AFP that the lines are "very troublesome and extremely difficult overall".
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
Reports of food rationing, clogged toilets and mental-health challenges sparked intense criticism from Democratic lawmakers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
The lack of rain has contributed to water shortages and rationing in some communities, prompting Puerto Rico's governor to declare a state of emergency in late July.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
“Down Victoria Street is Parriss’s sweet shop, but with war rationing, Mr. Parriss doesn’t have much to offer. Neither does the butcher. Don’t know how Mum manages a larder stock, but she does somehow.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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