linchpin
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But those seven stocks account for around 33% of the large-cap benchmark index, making them a linchpin of investor portfolios.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
Among them are England linchpin Georgia Stanway - on a free from Bayern Munich - and Ona Batlle, the former Manchester United full-back and multiple Champions League winner from Barcelona.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Hormuz and a handful of maritime straits around the world have served as the linchpin of global trade since the 16th century and have fuelled geopolitical rivalries throughout history.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
This story became central to his campaign, a staple of speeches, and in the end, a crucial linchpin for his financial support.
From Slate ● Jul. 14, 2026
He clutched at it frantically, grabbing it back when it started to fall as if it were the linchpin that held what was left of him together.
From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi
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