before noon
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In 2014, shares of Alibaba, the largest IPO in the U.S. until SpaceX, started trading a little before noon ET.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
A sheriff’s spokesperson said deputies completed a sweep of the property shortly before noon and found no evidence to support the caller’s threat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Shortly before noon Eastern time on Wednesday, shares were up 3.1% to $519.84.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
Well before noon, the building was quiet again.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Grace picked Maya up just before noon on Saturday.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
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