austerity
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Indian Prime Minister Modi declared a “Covid-type” emergency on May 10, implementing an austerity plan to conserve fuel and gold.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Last year, the University of California and California State University put austerity measures in place after previous state budget and federal funding reductions.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
“The city would be forced to implement austerity measures far worse than seen during the Great Recession or the COVID-19 pandemic.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Labour believed its local authorities were beginning to deliver positive change after the damage austerity caused in the region.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
“For those of us who take our vow of austerity seriously, conclave is the only time we allow ourselves the luxury of fine food and drink. It reminds us that we’re human.”
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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