chiefly
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Will Denyer, chief economist at Gavekal Research, suggests pairing long positions in Brazilian and South Korean Equities: Brazil chiefly as a hedge against ongoing conflict and South Korea as a bet on peace.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
In a note to investors published Wednesday, his reservations were focused chiefly on the clear disparity between the statements made by the Americans and the Iranians in the immediate aftermath of the announcement.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
The company said its set of initial ideas - chiefly aimed at the US - aimed to prompt discussions about action needed as AI systems become more capable.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
And I believe that Fed independence is chiefly up to the Fed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
But lunch and tea were marked chiefly by the fact that at those times all the guests were sitting down and eating together.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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