barring

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Barring a selloff, the S&P 500 is on track for a ninth consecutive weekly gain, a streak seen only four times since 1985, Tickmill Group’s Patrick Munnelly wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Barring a last-minute settlement, the case will go before a federal court in Chicago, with jury selection expected Monday and Tuesday and opening statements Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Barring a miraculous recovery by the end of today’s session, U.S. stocks are set for their worst quarterly performance in four years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“Wilem too. Barring earthquakes or a rain of blood.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss