streaky

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That means that while small-caps have had a good run of late, investors shouldn’t count on a marathon: “History clearly shows that positive relative returns in this space are streaky, not structural,” Colas concludes.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

That means that while small-caps have had a good run of late, investors shouldn’t count on a marathon: “History clearly shows that positive relative returns in this space are streaky, not structural,” Colas concludes.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

And once again, the Trojans’ streaky shooting and lack of presence on the glass made it impossible for them to keep up.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Coco Gauff held firm against a streaky Dayana Yastremska to secure her place in the French Open fourth round.

From BBC • May 31, 2024

The peregrines in the cliffs sat stoically, their mutton-chop-whiskers made streaky by the rain and the wet feathers standing upright on their heads.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White