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That means investors will have to build exposure to the dollar’s properties synthetically, through a basket of other currencies.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

And because I’ve saved money on the practical things, I can justify tossing a bag of frozen dumplings into my basket for fun — a tiny luxury subsidized by scallions.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Kiki Rice dribbled to the hoop, deked and then put up a shot over the Toronto Tempo practice squad, crisp ombre blue-and-burgundy nails releasing the ball into the basket.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Goldman Sachs estimated this week that retail trading volumes were up by 28% since mid-April and that a basket of retail favorite stocks had risen by 29% over that stretch.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Knowing how the rest of history would play out, I found this sadly ironic as I grabbed a hatchet from the basket.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin