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“Still, as long as recession concerns remain low, and expectations for Fed hikes/interest rate increases remain moderate, we expect pullbacks in the S&P 500 to stay contained in the 5% to 10% range,” she added.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
The 1987 ban had the effect of keeping outbreaks contained, making it easier for local officials to address them.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
That distinction matters most, the report concludes, because the harm is rarely contained to the woman in the frame.
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
The family lost everything including baby photos, Missi’s grandmother’s art and the stone urn that contained her late father’s ashes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026
Ba’s mouth worked itself in a sort of contained pique, but he didn’t say anything.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
