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gear

[geer] / gɪər /






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But analysts say the soaring costs of construction materials, like steel and electrical gear, are further discouraging spending on projects.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

The most daring, the most violent, the "person in the top gear", as one 23-year-old put it, has a chance -- albeit slim -- of rising through the ranks.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

What follows is not simply a list of grilling gear and impressive ingredients, but a tried and tested culinary adventure for all the parties, menus and moments you want to create.

From Salon Jul. 12, 2026

As second-quarter earnings kick into high gear this week, Wall Street analysts seem to be feeling pretty good, despite ongoing concerns about the impact of the Iran war.

From MarketWatch Jul. 12, 2026

They were halfway down the bike path before Jonah’s mind kicked into gear, letting him think again instead of just acting on reflex.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

The company later switched gears toward a listing in London, but that too became snarled in the flare-up of trade tensions between Beijing and Washington last year.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Now that you’re all caught up, let’s switch gears.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

"I think Spain have got more gears to go through," former England striker Dion Dublin said on BBC Radio 5 live.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

Actuators, motors and gears are the muscles and the clearest near-term business case; beyond Schaeffler, Bosch has tied up with Neura Robotics and Magna has taken a stake in Sanctuary AI.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

We sat in silence for a minute before I switched gears, the uncomfortable subject making it easier to ask what I really wanted to.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

The company also markets “hydrating hot chocolate,” which it said was an instant sellout and represents an effort to “de-seasonalize” the broader hydration business, which has historically been geared toward hot weather and athletic activity.

From MarketWatch Jul. 11, 2026

It makes up an even larger share—about 25% on average—at four major business-development companies geared toward individual investors, The Wall Street Journal has found.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

Deliev added that European Union aid redistributed by local authorities is destined largely for grain farms geared toward exports, which hurts livestock farmers.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

And even though the U.S. mortgage-loan industry is geared toward 30-year loans, you might be better off with a 15-year loan for several reasons.

From MarketWatch Jun. 23, 2026

The booster club geared up a letter-writing campaign to him, state legislators, and the governor.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

The US trade deficit widened sharply in May to its largest in over a year as imports rose, government data showed Tuesday, with analysts noting that businesses could be gearing up for further tariffs.

From Barron's Jul. 7, 2026

Whether you covet a golden statuette of your own or just want to see your favorite show sweep its categories, it’s time to start gearing up for the 2026 Emmy Awards.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

“National oil companies are gearing up to sell more oil in July, suggesting that their outlook has become more positive,” Tompkins adds.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Moroccan Scots are also gearing up for the match, with the hope that both teams can progress to the next round.

From BBC Jun. 19, 2026

He’s stopped talking, but there’s definitely more and I can tell he’s gearing up to say it.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson




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