consolation
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That’s scant consolation for those hoping to fly somewhere this summer—unless they also happen to own Delta stock.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
The firm nudged its price target up to $150 from $135 but that is little consolation for investors who haven’t bought up shares yet.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Every criticism of the book is anticipated by the author, whose wry critique is little consolation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
But that will be no consolation for the four-time champion when the gap to the front is so large.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Herbert said, “Certainly,” but looked as if there were no specific consolation in this, and remained perplexed and dismayed.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
Vocabulary lists containing consolation
Grade 9, List 4
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100 SAT words Beginning with "C"
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