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Still, resilience across the economy over the quarter as a whole has helped ease those fears.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
As analysts continue to raise their profit forecasts, valuations should ease.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
It would offer travelers and employees an alternative to getting to and from the airport by vehicle and finally establish a direct airport connection to Metro trains that would ease congestion at the airport horseshoe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
"It has become difficult to feel at ease or plan anything because uncertainty grips everyone."
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
He sprang up to each level with ease until he reached the top.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
What they first cultivate with silly banter and lighthearted ad-libs eases into a more vulnerable, introspective atmosphere, comparable to a cathartic therapy session.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
Once Andrew's medication kicks in, his breathing eases and the paramedics decide he is safe to stay at home.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
This could reflect caution on the German logistics company’s part or highlight that the tailwinds bolstering results will be temporary as air freight capacity is restored and the conflict eases, they say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
"I wouldn't say it eases my nerves to wear these outfits because a little part of my mind wants to do well so I can continue wearing them," Osaka said.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
My mother eases into the room with a smile.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
On Tuesday, the 30-year rate eased slightly, falling to 6.7%.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
Inflation in the US eased last month as the cost of filling up at the pumps fell, official figures show.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Strong winds that had fuelled the fire had eased, humidity levels had risen and temperatures had fallen, Sanz said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
While resilient exports, supported by the AI-driven cycle, are expected to strengthen the case for tighter policy over time, policymakers are likely to wait for greater certainty that geopolitical tensions have eased.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Choking for breath, I pressed my shirt over my mouth and nose and eased away from the second glow.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
However, sputtering domestic demand has stoked fears of a more entrenched downturn later this year, raising hopes for more policy easing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
The fast-moving fire -- one of the deadliest in Spain's recent history -- showed signs of easing Saturday, allowing firefighters to directly attack the flames for the first time, officials said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
Meanwhile, a delegation from Qatar travelled to Iran on Friday for talks aimed at defusing tensions and easing navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
That allowed the heat carrying vibrations to travel farther through the material, much like easing congestion on a busy highway, leading to much more efficient heat conduction in the direction of the electric field.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
“Time has a way of easing those feelings,” he told her.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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