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freight

[freyt] / freɪt /


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Few vessels, it noted, are willing to re-enter the Strait of Hormuz “without a clear cessation of hostilities, assured maritime security and severely elevated freight rates.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

The championships have become international, and while F2/F3 covers freight costs centrally, being on the F1 support bill means personnel have to travel to cities hosting grands prix.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Investors have been hopeful that a brutal three-year freight recession was ending.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

It’s an industry practice for customers to pay a fuel surcharge, on top of the base freight rate, to offset unexpected fuel price increases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The war had been a freight train, traveling headlong at top speed.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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