Example Sentences

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But his new target price starts to value Tesla on earnings potential in 2030 and beyond, which is when he thinks revenue and margin performance will inflect higher following the current period of hefty spending.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

In his view, sales and earnings growth rates for both categories will inflect positively on the back of Gap’s initiatives to turn several struggling businesses around.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

Angles are indeed accents, and a millimetric bend in the bill will inflect the article’s voice.

From New York Times • Apr. 1, 2015

He is not beyond putting a hamachi crudo on his menu, although he will inflect it with benne seeds and fresh nectarines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2014