firmly
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All eyes have been on the Fed since new chair Kevin Warsh took over, with the central bank indicating its focus was firmly on taming surging inflation.
From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026
But the drivers behind why U.S. stocks performed so well for so long have remained firmly intact, according to Michael Cembalest, chair of market and investment strategy for J.P.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 28, 2026
It was over, and I was firmly told to take my place in the friend zone.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
As India needed 49 from the final four overs, Ireland shut the door firmly as spinners Gareth Delany and Humphreys cleaned up the tail.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
“Jeopardy means ‘peril’ or ‘grave danger,’ Nell,” she said firmly.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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