outstanding
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The rest of the outstanding shares are ineligible for sale for 180 days.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
Green was part of an outstanding group of class of 2029 quarterbacks last fall, all of whom should be continuing their rise to prominence.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Virgin Galactic still has about $20 million in notes outstanding, paying annual interest of 9.8%.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
He is the outstanding candidate in the country to be the attack leader.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
He told the men: You’ve been selected for your outstanding pilot ratings, your experience in single-pilot jets, and your top-secret clearances.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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