hurt
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While a divestiture could hurt earnings initially, it would allow management to focus on its faster-growing businesses, which could drive up Yum’s stock valuation.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Esther Holm, Rebecca Grossman’s attorney, told jurors in closing arguments Tuesday that the evidence showed her client never intended to hurt the children and that $176 million already sent a message.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Most voters aren’t against environmental progress, but they also want realistic policies that don’t hurt industries people depend on for jobs and income.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
No one was hurt, but the launch pad was extensively damaged.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Getting dressed hurt more than he’d expected, and by the time he’d finished, his eyes were watering.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
