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V-shaped

[vee-sheypt] / ˈviˌʃeɪpt /


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The U.S. equities index is staging “yet another V-shaped buy-the-dip recovery,” according to Yardeni Research.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

“It has been yet another V-shaped buy-the-dip recovery in the S&P 500 and another buying opportunity arising from a geopolitical crisis.”

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Lee writes that “historically, steep declines are followed by V-shaped recoveries,” as he thinks the U.S economy is equipped to deal with $100 oil.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

In 2024, Lululemon stopped selling its Breezethrough leggings after customers complained that the fabric was too thin and the V-shaped seam lines were asymmetrical and unflattering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

“Keep going straight for a while, and keep a lookout for a big tree with a V-shaped trunk,” Frank directed, peering at the map.

From "Mystery Map (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #3)" by Franklin W. Dixon




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