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The market-implied chance of a hike was one-third in mid-August and two-thirds after his speech, according to CME FedWatch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
Wyle, who said in his acceptance speech that he’ll be back to work early in the morning, recalled growing up in L.A. and being a “Hollywood kid.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Although the trip was recorded in his register of interests, Tice acknowledged he should have declared it during his speech.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
That speech has been followed by a series of moves to solidify the Canada-EU alliance, which Champagne said would increase this week.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
Her sweaty palms wet the speech in support of Alex that she plans to read to the judge—and to Alex.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
With Mariska Hargitay at the helm, the show ran at a quick pace without feeling rushed, giving room to winners to say their thanks in acceptance speeches while still having moments of fun in between.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Hosted by Law & Order SVU star Mariska Hargitay - the first woman to host in 15 years - the ceremony was packed with cameos from celebrities, emotional speeches, touching tributes and plenty of banter.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband took the floor in the House of Commons on Sept. 8 to deliver one of the most remarkable speeches heard there in many years.
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
His speeches are woven through with references to "God, country, family and freedom."
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Presidents did not make televised speeches on Sunday morning.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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Academy Awards, List 1
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"Encounter"
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Literary Terms, Part I
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