figure on
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Indeed, to put a figure on it seems hollow.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026
The data landed a day after a modest June consumer-inflation figure on Tuesday showed that prices paid by shoppers also declined last month, pulling down the 12-month inflation rate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
In Japan, he’s a beloved figure on par with any Disney character.
From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2026
Canadian viewership of the match against Morocco on 4 July peaked at 11.7 million unique viewers, and was the biggest non-final World Cup figure on record, host broadcaster Bell Media said.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
As if in answer to her question, a figure on horseback crests the hill.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
