heel

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An inside look at the financials of both companies prior to funding rounds completed earlier this year shows their Achilles’ heel: the soaring costs needed to train new AI models.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Near a resort pool and on a narrow balcony, she prances around in a variety of adorable outfits including a pair of custom bedazzled hot pink heel roller skates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s OK if the service is good to leave a few euros on the table, but you won’t be a heel if you leave nothing.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Investors and policymakers should ask themselves whether the push into the retail space may turn out to be private credit’s Achilles’ heel.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

“Ahem,” the salty woman says again, nudging one of my backpack straps with the pointed toe of her red patent high heel.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith