dwindling

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That excess supply is now dwindling at a record pace, with oil executives and analysts predicting that a harsh reckoning is set to upend the relative calm in energy markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

But as hopes for peace falter and with U.S. inflation hitting a three-year high on Tuesday, analysts are sounding the alarm about dwindling energy reserves.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

But with the electorate in a dour mood and reeling from rocketing gas prices, some speculate voters’ willingness to tax themselves may be dwindling as ballots arrive for the June 2 primary election.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Although spending has remained solid, slowing wage growth and dwindling savings are a concern, particularly as gasoline prices have pushed up inflation and continue to rise.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

I have been waiting to fire, only too aware of my dwindling supply of arrows.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins