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extreme

[ik-streem] / ɪkˈstrim /






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A reporter then asked if, in an extreme case, the war would not just drive up prices but also lead to shortages of jet fuel.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Goldman’s research momentum and market breadth signals do show signs of extreme elevation in the 98th and 94th percentile respectively.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

“By the time the cycle of awarding the hosting rights would possibly come back, our climate projections show that the tournament in its current form would be unplayable due to extreme weather events,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The risk of dwindling electricity supplies has caused a spike in the price utilities pay power plant owners to operate on standby during times of extreme demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

But going to a music store with Fred required extreme patience.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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