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That widened Canada’s longstanding surplus with its biggest trading partner to C$9.48 billion, the largest since February last year after a C$7.78 billion surplus in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

On Monday, Raman widened her gap over Pratt to nearly 3 percentage points.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

But he warned that the deficit widened when petroleum products were excluded.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Mukhopadhaya says since 2017, China has widened its influence in Myanmar and become more open about supporting its military leadership in pursuit of its own strategic and economic interests.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Shomari’s eyes widened with surprise, but Father Olufemi spoke before he could.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray