direction
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And those are queries that must be addressed because, whether we like it or not, even dystopian rom-coms might point us in the right — or even new — direction.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
The change is being brought about by a cold front that has been moving south-eastwards through Friday and Friday night, introducing winds from a cooler north-westerly direction, as well as bringing a few showers.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
“However, the inflation story isn’t entirely comfortable. CPI is moving in the right direction, but remains above target, while longer-dated Treasury yields remain elevated,” she added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
"They all toe the line, and they keep telling me: 'Boris, you get it, don't you? One step in the wrong direction, and we're finished.'"
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
A piece of ice no larger than a hundred strides in every direction had broken loose.
From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell
Such a dynamic has led stocks and rates to move in opposite directions in the past, and it’s come back into play at times again this year.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
Science denialism comes from many directions, and unfortunately we are in a period where it’s flourishing.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2026
The prosecutor said Lavie had at least three times removed an ankle monitor while out of custody and showed she could not follow the court’s directions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
The road was shut in both directions and an air ambulance landed, while vehicles caught in the closure were turned around.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Probably directions for keeping it clean, he thought, as he spread the paper out on his desk.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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