short rations
Example Sentences
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Even for poetry - accustomed to existing on short rations - things were looking bleak.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 16, 2019
British civilians last week were warned to expect short rations, prepare themselves for a grim year.
From Time Magazine Archive
Dependent on the U.S. for its motor fuel supply, Cuba was going to be on short rations at least until spring eased the U.S. shortage and released tankers for the Cuban run.
From Time Magazine Archive
His veterans had a motto: "Man that is born of woman, and enlisteth in Jackson's army, is of few days and short rations."
From Time Magazine Archive
“It’s short rations all around. Besides, you can graze.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
