plausible
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“As such, oil and equities decoupling the other way is arguably more plausible: that is, earnings momentum, amid a resilient economy, helps the S&P 500 grind higher even if oil prices stay high,” he added.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Giuliani, on the other hand, made national headlines as “America’s mayor” for his leadership during the 9/11 crisis, and immediately became a plausible candidate for president.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
The Wile E. Coyote plunge, while plausible, isn’t inevitable.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
This time, with more than a half dozen plausible candidates and no obvious path to victory for any one, it’s every man and woman for themselves.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026
The cosmic rays notion, though considered plausible, hasn’t been verified yet.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
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