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That explains Monday’s action but with futures lower again early Tuesday, investors may want to glance at crypto trading every now and again today for clues on broader risk sentiment.
From Barron's ● Mar. 3, 2026
Right now, the rascal in him slumbers, briefly glimpsed now and again behind dark shades.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026
But now and again Mr. Boyd has offered readers a satisfying spy novel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2025
"Every now and again, my algorithm pops up with something that makes me feel like I'm 14 again," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2025
Hour after hour they ran, pausing now and again only to sling the hobbits to fresh carriers.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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