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climax

[klahy-maks] / ˈklaɪ mæks /




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Described as a "celebration of the richness of all of France's musical cultures," it builds to an earth-quaking climax, with stunning live vocals.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

The purge reached a climax in January, when Xi placed his top military deputy, Gen. Zhang Youxia, under investigation for alleged misconduct.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

WTI’s daily chart shows a potential buying climax on March 9 with a $40 range and declining RSI, suggesting weakness despite an April 17 rebound from $80.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

History suggests that investors shouldn’t worry that a long winning streak could signal a buying climax at the end of a bull market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

News of Booth’s death traveled across the nation by telegraph, and newspapers rushed to print stories filled with the details of the manhunt’s climax at Garrett’s farm.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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