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run its course





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The recent surge in prices may have run its course.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

SAN ANTONIO—Late on Friday night, it looked as if the New York Knicks’ magical playoff streak had finally run its course.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

It adds that the review "needs to run its course".

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Were there ever moments when you thought the club had run its course?

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

I felt like a toddler whose tantrum was being allowed to run its course.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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