straining

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Many countries are net importers and struggling to mitigate the impact of higher prices and shortages of critical inputs with subsidies and stimulus that is straining, in some instances, shaky finances.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

“The outlook is most challenging for fuel- and food-importing developing economies, where surging import costs risk widening fiscal deficits, straining external balances, and deepening food insecurity,” the body said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Tough water-quality rules are straining its wastewater plants, and it has been considering an expensive upgrade at one of them.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

He crouched, straining for sounds of pursuit above the rushing water.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver