top 40
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In “Weren’t for the Wind,” her second top 40 hit, she’s addicted to leaving, trampling promises underfoot in her haste to hit the road.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
The song - Fender's first ever chart-topping single - finally reached the summit on Friday, breaking the record for the most consecutive weeks in the top 40 before reaching number one.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
Under this option, companies whose market capitalizations rank in the top 40 of the Nasdaq 100’s constituents could be added to the index after 15 trading days.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
His previous two albums have also re-entered the top 40, making him the first British rap act to have three entries in the chart simultaneously.
From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025
Uniform size and style: 3-5/8 by 5-3/8; flexible cloth, gilt top; 40 cents per vol.
From Nature's Miracles, Volume 1 Familiar Talks on Science—World-Building and Life. Earth, Air and Water. by Gray, Elisha
