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ladder

[lad-er] / ˈlæd ər /


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But since 2019 the housing crisis has worsened, its impact reaching further up the class ladder.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Reynolds and McElhenney accomplished that even if they’re still stuck on a ladder one rung short of the Premier League.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Then, in a brokerage account, ladder some short-term CDs or Treasurys that will come due as you need them.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Who’ll get up the bunk bed ladder first?

From Slate • May 10, 2026

A tall ladder was bolted to the station’s outer wall.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown




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