wind up

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But don’t be surprised if you wind up with only a handful of shares—if you’re lucky.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

This year could wind up being historic for the IPO market, at least by cash raised.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

If you’re lucky, not too much of the medicine will wind up dripping down your adorable creature’s chin.

From Slate • May 17, 2026

Let’s say you roll into Grants, N.M., after dark on Route 66 and wind up at the South West Motel, hoping for a $75 room.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

As often happened, Palmer would wind up in his father’s lap.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli