consolation

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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

Lauryn Kim homered and Kayla Cisneros, Addy Everett and Lizzie Hobbs each had two hits in Millikan’s 7-6 triumph over San Diego Cathedral in the consolation final.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 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

Littler did avoid the whitewash, with an ironic celebration showing he felt it was nothing more than a consolation.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The dead man was, however, in no mood for consolation.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor