five

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Of the album’s eight songs, he co-wrote five, including its two big hits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The price of North Sea Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate slipped close to five percent to $99.41 and $92.49 a barrel respectively.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

The bald, 6-foot-2 executive—who stands to make nearly $1 billion if he can help increase the company’s market capitalization by 500% in the next five years—has embraced it with zeal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The weekend ticket sales underscore the enduring appeal of Star Wars, which remains among Disney’s top five franchises, producing more than $1 billion in annual retail sales.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

There was a railing along the bottom five steps: I grabbed it with my free hand and held on.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom