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weakness

[week-nis] / ˈwik nɪs /


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The buzz in Beirut of Israeli drones overhead, along with the constant din of poorly regulated diesel generators, underscores the government’s weakness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

One additional factor upsetting investors of late has been the continual weakness of the Korean currency USDKRW.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

He added that today’s rebound is “a sign investors viewed last week’s weakness as a reset in crowded trades rather than the start of a broader risk-off move.”

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Within weeks the boldness of the United Bid became its weakness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Now he’s paying for that though, as wave after wave of weakness hits him.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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