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shock

[shok] / ʃɒk /




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This was initially driven by the energy price shock but there have been three consecutive better-than-expected jobs reports, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Experts are increasingly warning of a "China shock 2.0", with a glut of inexpensive goods made in the Asian powerhouse threatening manufacturers around the world as trade deficits widen.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

But that initial shock explains only so much, she added.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

With no end in clear sight for the conflict in the Middle East, households are likely to be further hit by the resulting supply shock amid the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

My lip twitched in amusement as I recalled Russell’s shock when I’d turned the water on him.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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