to the fore
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Asian markets fluctuated, though tech firms continued to enjoy a recovery from July's rout, as the AI boom returns to the fore.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
The technology was first conceived decades ago but came to the fore during the Covid-19 pandemic, when Moderna and Pfizer developed vaccines that were highly effective against serious forms of the illness.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
And the rapid rise of online prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket are bringing that tension to the fore.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2026
She said he had told her to "imagine a big stop sign" when her emotions threatened to come to the fore.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
A softer, more tolerant side of his personality came to the fore.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
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