crimp

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If the war in Iran drags on, then the resulting effect on transportation costs could crimp consumer demand for discretionary goods like chocolate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Analysts have generally worried that high prices for memory components could drive up the cost of smartphones and crimp consumer demand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

But that is now threatened by rising oil-and-gas prices that will send industrial costs higher and crimp investment and confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

But if he is serious about restraining American corporations’ ability to pay dividends or buy back shares, it could put a major crimp in market returns.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

If she and Grandpa were romancing, it sure would put a crimp in things to have Jealousy Incarnate underfoot.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns