leading

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Leading up to today, Microsoft’s stock had closed below the 200-day moving average for 98 consecutive trading days — the longest stretch below the benchmark since 2023.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Leading 11-2, Johnson retired the first batter in the top of the eighth inning before Nico Partida singled to right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Leading the White House briefing, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declined to confirm that an agreement had been reached.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Leading the way is Nvidia with margins of about 65%.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“We recite the Five Principles of Good Citizenship and the Four Attitudes Leading to Right-Mindfulness every time we want to eat,” explained Matt.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer