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“There are already acute shortages in natural gas, and there are also shortages in fertilizer and helium. If this isn’t curtailed within six to eight months, you’ll see challenges,” Pyziur explained.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Without that lifeline, public transportation has been curtailed, farmers struggle to get produce to market and residents endure hourslong blackouts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Starbucks’ Pride Network employee group this year curtailed its investment, for example, though its float will still appear in the parade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

With shipping curtailed and regional gas infrastructure damaged, both production and transport of key nutrients have been constrained, creating a supply shock in already tight markets.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Computer gaming and television watching is curtailed by these parents to one hour per day in exchange for study time.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin