bending

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Then, Mary explains why it’s getting harder for investors to avoid exposure to AI thanks to the index funds who are bending their rules for companies like SpaceX.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

“Given all the other index providers bending over backwards to change their methodologies, it’s good to see S&P DJI not make any changes,” he wrote.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

“Harry’s 5’9”, Yaphet’s 6’3” and is always bending over, so from that you can calculate the corridors’ height.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

And from a certain vantage point, the arc of history seemed to be bending toward social and political progress.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

“No, sir,” Mom said, bending to gather them.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn