reeling
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He co-wrote a 2003 report with suggestions for closing California’s massive budget deficit after the dot-com bubble left the state reeling.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026
Parents and caregivers in this city, known for its mountain skyline and outdoor activities, are reeling from the tragedy and searching for ways to discuss what happened with their children.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
She leads a news operation that is still reeling from a series of crises that eventually brought down her predecessor, Deborah Turness, as well as director general Tim Davie.
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026
Just five years ago, prolonged closures during the pandemic torpedoed foot traffic to malls that were already reeling from department-store closures and anxieties over the rise of online shopping.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
Still reeling from the gift, I head to the food tent, hoping to find Helene.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
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