rationing

Example Sentences

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In an attempt to keep inflation low, then-President Richard Nixon instituted rationing.

From Salon

Oil and petrol prices have spiked or sparked rationing in countries from the United States to Bangladesh to Nigeria.

From Barron's

Myanmar’s junta has started rationing fuel for private cars, while Thailand has suspended some fuel exports.

From The Wall Street Journal

The junta in Myanmar has started rationing fuel for private cars, while Pakistan directed some government employees to work from home and said it is planning to close schools for two weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal

In Asia, which is particularly dependent on energy imports, some governments have already announced price caps and rationing measures, with universities in Bangladesh closing early for the Eid ⁠al-Fitr holidays, according to state media.

From BBC