caused

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But in late 2025, a worldwide glut of milk caused a big fall.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Not only has the Netflix roast caused a stir among viewers, but the comedians who participated also have been trading slights in recent weeks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The slowdown followed a temporary federal fuel tax cut, which caused transport costs to fall 2.7% month-over-month.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The scientists called these wasps "compensators" because they helped offset the damage caused by the conflict.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

The failure of bee colonies was caused by a wide range of factors, including but not limited to pathogens, pests, pesticides, pollutants, habitat loss, climate variability, agricultural production intensification, and crop management practices.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly