imposition

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While authorities insist the situation is under control, the imposition of a curfew underscores the seriousness of the threat and the urgency of preventing further escalation.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

But Canberra has redoubled efforts to diversify export markets for farmers since a 2020 dispute with Beijing saw agriculture exports blocked for several years, and last year's global imposition of US trade tariffs.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

Some may have stocked up on tariff-eligible products ahead of the formal imposition of the levies.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

First, it details the imposition of China export restrictions on silver that start Jan 1.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

“Of course,” Bailey says, relieved that he is not an imposition.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern