The Crisis also led to a reduction in lending, which made it difficult for consumers and businesses to obtain loans to support their spending. This phenomenon is colloquially known as a:

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A credit crunch refers to a situation where there is a sudden reduction in the general availability of loans or credit, or a sudden tightening of the conditions required to obtain a loan from banks.

The Crisis Also Led to a Reduction in Lending, Which