short descriptive or summarized jottings taken down for future reference
a record of impressions, reflections, etc, esp as a literary form
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The report notes that Hartnett now reckons that because investor sentiment has become so bullish, markets are within a “chip shot” of hitting a technical sell signal.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Inhaling the blend of white musk, floral notes and amber of Rouat Al Musk by Lattafa, a $16 fragrance from Weerasinghe’s collection, attendees oooh and nod in enthusiastic approval.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
An analyst notes that investors have become more “discerning” as they look to separate AI losers from winners.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
As Massie frequently notes, the bulk of the outside money arrayed against him has come from three billionaires – Las Vegas casino tycoon Miriam Adleson and hedge fund managers Paul Singer and John Paulson.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Identical Post-it notes, even though Chip was adopted through a different agency and lived in Illinois his whole life until now?
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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