crimped

Example Sentences

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The moves crimped the economic lifeline the Emirates have long provided to Iran amid heavy sanctions by the West.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The bread and butter of Boston asset management has been actively managed equity mutual funds, a business that has been crimped by investors choosing exchange-traded funds, index funds, and alternative investments instead.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

The attacks on fuel depots in the capital crimped local distribution within Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Both products are disc-shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with crimped edges that are kept in the freezer.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

She’s tall, about my age, dark brown hair in a severe crimped bob, a bit old-fashioned.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein