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premature

[pree-muh-choor, -toor, -tyoor, pree-muh-choor, prem-uh-, prem-uh-] / ˌpri məˈtʃʊər, -ˈtʊər, -ˈtyʊər, ˈpri məˌtʃʊər, ˌprɛm ə-, ˈprɛm ə- /




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The mere fact that markets returned to their AI fixation on Monday suggests last week’s talk of a near-term pullback seems premature.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

But some economists argue that the move could be premature at a time the economy is already showing scars from the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Still, writing obituaries for political movements is premature.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

They significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and premature death in people who are already vulnerable.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Our last great middle-class hero, someone who really enjoyed his vacations and his country club, was John Updike’s Rabbit Angstrom, and he died a premature death.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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