skittish
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Investors are still skittish enough that they only want to buy proven winners, so backing the favorite is a smart strategy right now.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
Stock markets may become increasingly skittish should the 10-year start getting near the 5% mark.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
There was no such doubt for Brook's decision, ending his skittish 24.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
While oil has dropped to under $100 a barrel, markets appeared skittish on Friday over the prospects for a deal, with mixed messages appearing to emerge out of the region.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
It was in that summer, the summer of their twelfth year, the summer of the beautiful black boys, that they became skittish, frightened and bold—all at the same time.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
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