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[kuhv-er] / ˈkʌv ər /












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The offering ranks just behind Telus International’s 2021 IPO, which brought in proceeds of nearly US$1.1 billion including shares sold to cover overallotment, based on data compiled by London Stock Exchange Group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The authority previously called on the firm to apologise, pay reparations for "irreversible damage" and cover the council's costs.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The single most useful exercise a pre-retiree can do in 2026 is to list essential expenses and confirm the plan can cover them regardless of what Social Security ultimately delivers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The selling shareholders have granted the underwriters of the IPO the right to buy up to an additional 8.1 million shares at C$24 apiece to cover any overallotment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

On the second twirl, I caught sight of the cocky, toothy smile of Douglas Fairbanks on the cover of Photoplay.I plucked the magazine from the stand.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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