plunge
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Earlier this week the International Monetary Fund warned that the war could plunge the global economy into recession, with the UK set to be the hardest hit of the world's advanced economies.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Treasury yields could fall sharply in the coming days to confirm the move in stocks and oil could plunge on any announcement of a more permanent ceasefire,” Essaye added.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
Oil prices rose after Wednesday’s plunge as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remained largely constrained and Israeli attacks on Lebanon threatened a fragile truce.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Alternative asset managers with private credit exposure have seen stocks plunge 25% to 40%.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
One person spreading pessimax can easily plunge a dozen acquaintances into despair.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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