in reserve
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Australia holds roughly 37 days' worth of petrol in reserve, according to government figures, far below the 90-day minimum dictated by the International Energy Agency.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
While major chip makers have some helium supply in reserve, there’s some uncertainty about what would transpire if the conflict were to drag on and disrupt helium production over a longer span.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026
All IEA member countries are required to keep 90 days' worth of their nation's oil use in reserve in case of global disruption.
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
Some European countries instruct energy companies to hold a certain amount of petroleum in reserve, and simply reduce that target in a “release.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026
There's plenty of oxygen in the Hab, and plenty more in reserve.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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