economic pressure

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A third possibility is that Cuba buckles under the weight of the massive economic pressure it is facing, which has already led to hours-long daily blackouts and massive food shortages on the island.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“It’s no secret that American consumers continue to face sustained economic pressure, and many are eager to stretch their dollars further, especially as gas prices remain high,” a Fetch spokesperson told Barron’s.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The push to step up the economic pressure comes as a temporary cease-fire between the two sides is set to expires next week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Lower-income consumers, facing tough economic pressure, are increasingly turning to food banks, Moran said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The chief testified to his belief in the innate goodness of man and how moral persuasion plus economic pressure could well lead to a change of heart on the part of white South Africans.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela