towel

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“But if the conflict drags on, gasoline prices move even higher in the summer driving season, and stocks continue to falter, consumers could throw in the towel and start to pull back on their spending.”

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

But Ellison refused to throw in the towel.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The allure of holding U.S. government debt is fading but investors have not thrown in the towel for one simple reason — their options are limited.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

“I cover it with a towel, like with tortillas, and warm it for like a minute,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Mom peeked out from the kitchen, drying her hands on a dish towel.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix