anchor
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That ties up substantial chunks of the fund in things like road and sewer projects that anchor large developments—draining the PIF’s assets by billions of dollars a year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Ultimately, the bet is that precious metals remain a trusted store of value and a global monetary anchor, fueling demand in the physical bullion that Gold.com manages.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
The beloved fountain was reinstalled more than 60 years later to anchor the museum’s new David Geffen Galleries.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
He said the attraction "wouldn't have happened" had the Elizabethan house not provided an "anchor" for the wider grounds.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Once the Astrea had weighed anchor, though, he forgot about everything behind him.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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