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While it doesn’t necessarily mean the stock is in trouble, since this technical condition can last for awhile and be worked off without a selloff, it does suggest caution.

From MarketWatch

Seaport Research Partners’ David Joyce said the margin concerns were “overblown,” but added that shares ought to remain in likely in “a deal-related holding pattern for awhile.”

From Barron's

These details don’t cost much, but they whisper the same message:you’re cared for; linger awhile.

From Salon

“Poor Lord Fredrick! The Howling Elimination Program will have to wait awhile longer,” she thought.

From Literature

Finley remembers curator Helen Molesworth coming by the studio awhile back when he was working on a different series of work.

From Los Angeles Times