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Prediction markets, however, assign very little probability to Hormuz reopening by the end of this month — an 11% chance on Polymarket.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
It may just pay to wait to see how the stock is trading in the aftermarket before deciding to take a chance on SpaceX.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Ubraniak plays not only Sam but also Clay, the manager of Primary Trust, the bank that takes a chance on Kenneth, offering him a teller slot.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
But the team, and in particular Gwen Lagrue, its driver-development adviser, felt it was worth taking a chance on the teenager, having signed him in 2017 after watching him race in “minis” at age 11.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
He wanted to hear the sound of his own voice, so he decided to take a chance on logic.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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