at worst
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The World Cup is one potential catalyst but overall “the nearer-term market sentiment towards Nike is now likely ‘washed out’ suggesting that at worst shares could trade sideways until clearer, positive fundamental catalysts emerge.”
From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026
The result is a metaphysical model that, at best, lacks clarity, and at worst obscures the very nature of reality.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 8, 2026
Yet enforcement of firearm relinquishment remains at best inconsistent and at worst nonexistent.
From Slate ● Apr. 25, 2026
This creates short term duplication and confusion at best — and mid- to long-term losses, at worst.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 10, 2026
There are always untenable events, freak happenings like someone recognizing you, or at worst, the trouble results from a foolish and negligent spy, like my time with Luzan.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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