breathing space
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He promised to build on the UK's debt reduction plans, which were praised by the IMF, and use the Budget to "provide some breathing space for today, and offer fresh hope for the future".
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026
"We're looking at any measure that can give people breathing space, that can take the pressure off," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
The government has consistently said that it will consider ways to offer breathing space to billpayers on the cost of living.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
The Budget would "give families and businesses a bit of breathing space", the chancellor said.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
To gain some breathing space, Torak dodged behind the fire.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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