period
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The allegations have unfolded during a period of exceptional pressure on the ICC.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“The continued lack of progress towards restoring normal energy flows from the Middle East is reinforcing expectations of a prolonged period of elevated oil prices,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
With the SpaceX IPO in the offing, however, Nasdaq reduced its “seasoning” period to only 15 days and removed the 10% threshold.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Those typically run between 10 and 30 years and pay out only if the policy holder dies during that period.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
“First period tomorrow’s going to be a little tough.”
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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