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crisis

[krahy-sis] / ˈkraɪ sɪs /


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But that denouement is but a footnote to their much more significant collaboration in the years of the American crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A notable exception was the global financial crisis of 2008-09, when some companies sold stock out of desperation.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

They will want to know what he plans to do to resolve this crisis.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The benefits have been particularly acute during periods of shocks, including the global financial crisis and COVID, he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

It’s just weeks before the market will turn, and the crisis will commence, but they don’t know that.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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