straight
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Manufacturing shipments increased from the month prior, marking a third straight month of improving sales for the industry.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
"Since tips go straight to staff, it is quite likely that restaurants are using tips as a way to increase salaries without footing the bill," says Harris.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Marvell’s stock slipped 1.1% in recent morning trading Wednesday, but that was after it posted four straight record closes.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
It usually advances gradually, but over time it can damage central vision, making it harder to see faces, read, drive, or focus on objects straight ahead.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
Jonah points at me, and I’m so mortified I’d run straight home if there were any way I could run right now.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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