credit squeeze

credit squeeze

noun
a restraint or limitation of credit.

Origin:
1950–55
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Credit squeeze is always a great word to know.
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credit squeeze
 
n
the control of credit facilities as an instrument of economic policy, associated with restrictions on bank loans and overdrafts, raised interest rates, etc

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