be smooth
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Investors are also turning their attention to the 2026 midterm elections, an occasion that isn’t known to be smooth sailing in markets.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 17, 2026
Whatever happens after Carnival earnings drop, it’s unlikely to be smooth sailing.
From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025
Still, the recovery ahead isn’t likely to be smooth, analysts at brokerage Berenberg said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025
Emery believes the transition will be smooth with his fellow Basque countryman Olabe as they were able to replace Monchi quickly.
From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025
Geyer found Holmes to be smooth and glib, a social chameleon.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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