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It also limits the losses to the initial amount invested rather than saddling an investor with unlimited exposure, as occurs with some option strategies.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Elliptic also noted a 700% surge in outflows from Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, within minutes of the initial U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The suspect escaped an initial approach from the deputies before they caught up with him at Limonite Avenue and Van Buren Boulevard.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

It is understood initial discussions have taken place and are described as heading in a positive direction.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Like a lightning flash in the night, the initial exchange on the floor of Congress in February of 1790 had exposed these divisions of opinion before a national audience for the first time.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis