period
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We've had a "honeymoon period" of 25 years of low activity, he said, which means there hasn't been as much exposure to the bacteria, leaving populations potentially more susceptible now.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“You could see downward pressure on the dollar as those investors monetize their gains” once the lockup period ends, Wallerstein said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
RH said revenue was hurt by about $45 million tied to higher backorder and special order balances, which were about $75 million higher than the year-ago period due to tariff-related resourcing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
For those looking for a five-year deal, the average rate was 5.66%, up from 4.95% over the same period.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Monday morning, after first period, I check my phone and there’s an email from a game warden.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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