rut
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“Canada’s resale housing market is stuck in a rut, and it doesn’t look likely to break out of it anytime soon,” said Michael Davenport, economist at Oxford Economics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
"I do genuinely believe if it weren't for that nursery who would still be in that rut we were in," said Kimberly.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
The chip maker’s stock has been in a rut in recent months as investors worry about the sustainability of AI spending by hyperscalers.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026
One of the easiest ways to break out of a rut is exploring opportunities where you already are.
From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026
Without a lamp I could not tell when the rig was going to hit a rut or a puddle.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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