stocks

British

/ stɒks /

plural noun

history an instrument of punishment consisting of a heavy wooden frame with holes in which the feet, hands, or head of an offender were locked
a frame in which an animal is held while receiving veterinary attention or while being shod
a frame used to support a boat while under construction
nautical a vertical post or shaft at the forward edge of a rudder, extended upwards for attachment to the steering controls
in preparation or under construction

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It’s time to buy the dip in Japanese stocks.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026

Watson said stronger protection could bring benefits for both wildlife and people by helping to sustain fish stocks and preserve habitats that support marine biodiversity.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

Utility stocks have been hit by rising Treasury yields and data-center backlash, but valuations are low and earnings growth remains strong.

From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026

Software and AI-linked stocks weakened, though banks gained as the Europe-wide Stoxx 600 rose 0.1%.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

Her stocks of remedies are running so low, though, that soon all she’ll have to treat the patients with is snow.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins

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