needle
Example Sentences
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A single IPO — however historic — rarely moves the needle, said Steve Englander, head of global G10 FX research at Standard Chartered Bank.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
If you’re going to turn the needle for somebody, then you better be part of the IP.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The Envelope recently spoke with six music supervisors about their favorite needle drops from their own series.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
But even if the cartel members vow to ramp up output by thousands of barrels per day, analysts say geopolitical realities mean they probably won't move the needle on prices.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Dad was clipping needle teeth on the pigs, so I didn’t have his full attention.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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