throttle
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But the U.S. measure freed up tanker storage, which could relieve Russia from having to shut down wells or throttle more production.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The maximum rate was accessible only when a driver had lifted off the throttle and the wings had closed.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
They have to run full out when power demand is highest and then throttle back the rest of the time.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Kuwait said that it may have to throttle production as its oil storage facilities fill up, and other producers may also do so temporarily.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
The only thing I can think of is, open up the throttle and head over to the town wharf, looking for Fin Chaser.
From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick
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