lure
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Investors fear that perps may lure retail investors away from short-dated options and other adrenaline-fueled bets that have been a key revenue driver for the traditional exchanges in recent years.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
In Vietnam, herons cast twigs in ponds like fly-fishermen to lure prey.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Ironically, continued inflows from domestic investors has staved off the sort of wipeout that might lure foreigners back in, Pasupuleti adds.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Harbert believes the notion that the clips alone — which may feature a funny bit or a snapshot of a conversation with a guest — would help lure viewers to traditional TV was folly.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“Not much smaller,” Neel protested, but he obeyed his sister and felt her attaching the lure to his back.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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