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direction

[dih-rek-shuhn, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛk ʃən, ˈdaɪ- /




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The survey has a margin of error of 2% in either direction.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

They propelled stocks on the way up, but now will work in the opposite direction on the way down.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“The balance of risks has shifted in a more asymmetric direction for Asian currencies, with downside risks dominating,” the senior currency analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Nevertheless, it is understood this ruling has no impact on the current ownership's transfer plans for the summer or direction of the club.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

I asked, keeping up my end of the conversation even as my mind was reeling in another direction.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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