contracted
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The US government has also contracted planemaker Boeing to deliver two new 747-8 aircraft to serve as the presidential jet but the program has suffered delays and cost overruns.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
The two-speed nature of China’s economic growth became more pronounced last month as retail sales contracted for the first time since the pandemic, contrasting with a continued exports boom.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026
As a result, the army, navy and air force contracted.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
When the global economy contracted, like in 2009 and 2020, so did oil demand.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
“You have had the land,” Sivaji said, “for which you have contracted to pay: so much money, so much rice. These are just dues, I must have them. Would you have me return empty-handed?”
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
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