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Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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“But individual investments are as volatile as any time since the Great Financial Crisis…overreactions in security prices in both directions are providing incredible opportunities.”
“I’m not over the hill, but I’m on top of the hill with a view in both directions,” Kelly told MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch
On the other hand, interest rates and precious metals prices typically move in opposite directions, as non-interest-bearing assets—such as gold— fall out of favor when rates are high.
From Barron's
"Telegram, which had previously not responded to requests to disrupt criminal activity, has now acted on all directions issued to them," police said.
From Barron's
Autism therapy can include teaching young children to follow directions, practicing chores or honing communication skills, and is mostly administered by registered behavior technicians, the lower-wage workers.
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