definition
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IPOs by definition are stock events, but options trading will likely become the main event.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
While it's possible some areas might reach this definition, it is still a little too early to say with certainty.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A team led by Los Alamos scientist Roxana Bujack used geometry to build a mathematical definition of color perception based on hue, saturation, and lightness.
From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026
The definition for what constitutes a liminal space has been debated, but most are sparsely populated and vaguely retro.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Popular music is, by definition, music that appeals to many people.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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