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Chinese negotiators are likely to push for a rollback of existing tariffs and a reprieve from the export controls on advanced artificial-intelligence chips that have throttled China’s tech sector, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

It hasn’t helped that the Federal Reserve has been reluctant to start cutting interest rates, which have throttled inflation as intended, but also weighed down businesses and consumers.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2024

Mr. Ives cited Tesla’s problems in China, where lockdowns have throttled the supply of crucial parts and materials and demand for cars.

From New York Times • May 20, 2022

Resources for enterprising skaters are scarce in a country where half a century of embargoes and trade restrictions have throttled economic growth.

From Washington Post • Aug. 24, 2015

The fact that Rayner had developed into a good officer did not wipe out the recollection of these facts; and he could have throttled Hayne for reviving them.

From The Deserter by King, Charles