straight
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And the Dow Jones Transportation Average, which tracks 20 of the largest, has climbed for five straight sessions, extending its 2026 gains to 29%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
In Smith’s absence, 25-year-old Dalton Rushing has started three straight games behind the plate, including his four-hit performance in the series finale against the Angels, and six of the past nine games.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
In conclusion, Wilson accepts that markets rarely move in a straight line at the pace seen since the March lows.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Kimi Antonelli's winning streak continued on Sunday with his fifth straight victory of the season at the Monaco Grand Prix.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
That night in bed, Lloyd said, straight in my ear, “Russell, you asleep?”
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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