desire
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Until they do, a 4.2% yield on a short-term note like the two-year is enough to satisfy the desire to earn income.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
The unusual flurry of activity is due to the resurgence of the Hamptons luxury market, longtime owners selling their homes, and wealthy buyers’ desire to piece together bigger compounds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
The 59-year-old's exit is complicated by the 18 months remaining on his contract and France's desire to protect confidentiality around tactics.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Bonta and LoPresti said that the building of an ICE facility in Gilroy signals a desire by the federal government to increase enforcement in the area.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
He still wanted a paycheck, but the desire to prove himself over the board was his strongest motivation for trying to heal the rift.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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