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In this case, Musk decreed an opening price of $135 per share and the banks went along.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2026

The reality, however, is that international football's governing bodies have decreed the game must go ahead, whether anyone likes it or not.

From BBC Mar. 30, 2026

"Any person or entity that challenges the public order decreed by the transitional authorities will be severely reprimanded, in compliance with the law," the statement said.

From Barron's Jan. 9, 2026

Almost every year since 2019, he has decreed an early start to the holiday season, seemingly moving it up as the country’s situation worsened.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 3, 2025

Napoleon decreed that there should be a full investigation into Snowball’s activities.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell




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