crimp

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Analysts have generally worried that high prices for memory components could drive up the cost of smartphones and crimp consumer demand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Analysts have generally worried that high prices for memory components could drive up the cost of smartphones and crimp consumer demand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

However, the renewed depreciation of the dollar, alongside cheaper Chinese exports into Europe, could crimp eurozone inflation further.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

But if he is serious about restraining American corporations’ ability to pay dividends or buy back shares, it could put a major crimp in market returns.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

He pointed at her air hose to suggest that she crimp it so that she could hear him better.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston