buoy

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The U.S. economy entered 2026 in a fairly strong position, she notes, with the Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates, tax cuts expected to buoy consumer spending, and deregulation benefiting businesses.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

That could buoy those who fear the BBC is in managed decline, buffetted by forces mainly outside its control.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Canada’s job market has had a dismal start to the year, with employers shedding jobs two months running to buoy an unemployment rate that had been heading lower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

SoftBank Group shares have gained 9.5% so far this year after nearly doubling in 2025, driven by hopes that stronger demand for artificial intelligence will buoy its investees such as Arm Holdings and OpenAI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

The skiff wanted to break free, the buoy ropes were slick with weed, and my knees and ribs were sore after just two pots.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk