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chain

[cheyn] / tʃeɪn /




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Investors are paying up for what Dutch Bros might become: a national drive-through beverage chain with a loyal younger customer base and a long runway for new shops.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

"In addition to inflationary pressure, which will certainly lead to weakening demand, there will also be supply chain problems and disruptions," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Costs from the hospital chain operator’s continuing renovations and capacity expansion this year through 2028 are also increasing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Sometimes bands break up for one specific or large reason, and sometimes it is a chain of events, seemingly unrelated, or not visible from the outside.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Mr. Ransome, who wore a sweater vest and hung his glasses from a beaded chain, looked up as he entered.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste




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