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The war has hammered the global travel sector, resulting in expensive rerouting of aircraft as well as much higher jet fuel costs that are squeezing margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The recent fines issued by Cal/OSHA is not the first time the state agency has hammered the Sheriff’s Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The recent pressure on the software sector also has hammered shares of alternative asset managers, an all-encompassing term for firms that invest in untraditional assets.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Mr. Phillips, who turns 55 on Saturday, has hammered away at Mr. Biden’s low approval ratings and age — the president turned 81 in November — during his campaign.

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2024

The dear old man has hammered on at them these forty years, with a congregation averaging 4 to 2.5.

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