straight
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Should the index manage to get back on course and clinch a 10th straight winning week, it would mark its longest streak of weekly wins since 1985, according to Dow Jones Market Data.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
Gasoline inventories snapped a string of 15 straight weekly declines, rising by 3.4 million barrels to 215 million barrels and were 5% below the five-year average for the time of year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
It may not be a straight line higher from here, but plenty of tailwinds can keep the Okta stock price rally going, particularly if its growth rates continue exceeding market expectations.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The pair toyed with India's wilting bowlers throughout, with Knight reverse-sweeping and scoring cannily behind square while Capsey struck beautifully straight down the ground.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
I get there earlier than I normally would, so after I sign in, I go straight to the activity room.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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