complacent
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While equities have remained supported, the strength in defensive assets points to a market far from complacent, underscoring the importance of watching intermarket signals for clues on what comes next.
From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026
And don’t get complacent with your dad bod.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Disconcertingly, Kelty believes markets are too complacent about the risks to other commodities like helium, in great demand from AI investment, data centers and semiconductor manufacturers, and urea used as fertilizer.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
After a chastening start to the campaign, England surely won't be complacent.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
Jesse was glad to escape to the shed and the complacent company of Miss Bessie.
From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson
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