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elasticity

[ih-la-stis-i-tee, ee-la-stis-] / ɪ læˈstɪs ɪ ti, ˌi læˈstɪs- /


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“We think elasticity in domestic and outbound will be challenging given economic backdrop, while inbound given currency and offshore economies may allow for improved cost recovery,” says Macquarie.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

“Apple prioritizes protecting gross profit dollar growth—rather than gross margins—on iPhones to limit demand elasticity on its core hardware product while also supporting installed base expansion,” he said.

From Barron's Jun. 26, 2026

Her research, focused on soft condensed matter, has been seeking a comprehensive theory to explain the curious elasticity of such material.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 12, 2026

These antioxidants, found in certain foods, can support heart health, circulation and blood vessel elasticity by reducing inflammation, it says.

From BBC Jun. 8, 2026

The receiver was jammed into my cheek and the rest of the phone was dangling off my neck and the whole elasticity experiment was beginning to feel a little stupid and tight.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx




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