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sector

[sek-ter] / ˈsɛk tər /


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Mexico's mining sector, which had been the bedrock of the country's economic success, was in ruins after a decade-long war that resulted in independence from Spain.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He said: "We have seen firms either moving out of the sector or changing direction and it will continue, no question about that."

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The consumer staples sector has delivered solid performance in 2026.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Myers said Dell’s earnings point to compute demand taking off across the technology sector and indicate that the AI transition is in full swing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

About this time we hear the sound of clicks rising from the sector adjacent to us.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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