on a dime
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Since then, the theory was confirmed, as the lower border stopped multiple intraday rallies, while the brief surge last week was stopped on a dime at the upper border.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
From Champions League toe-pokes to swivelling on a dime in baggy blaugrana, the Ballon d'Or winner's very presence was enough to tune in for.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
Things “can change on a dime, as it has in the past.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026
For starters, auto makers can’t shift production or plans on a dime.
From Barron's • Dec. 4, 2025
Some highlights: Maya stopped on a dime and passed the ball back to Tino, who drove it into the goal.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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