Example Sentences

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At the start of the year, traders in futures markets were betting that the Fed would cut rates twice in 2026.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

When the Iran conflict broke out a month ago, many professional investors were betting that it would be short-lived.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

At the time, short sellers were betting big against physical retailers and companies that faced liquidity problems that were exacerbated by pandemic shutdowns.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Although a few weeks ago markets were betting on a 50/50 chance of an August rate cut, they now think that probability is 60/40, she added.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2024

“Gaea would kill her own servant rather than you? That’s what you were betting on?”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan