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[klohz, klohs, klohz, klohz, klohs] / kloʊz, kloʊs, kloʊz, kloʊz, kloʊs /














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Investors are paying close attention to huge initial public offerings expected this year, with questions about whether enthusiasm for the artificial-intelligence trade is strong enough to eat up the additional share supply.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“If you wait till 7:00 p.m. when they’re getting ready to close, you’re probably gonna find more people there,” Becerra said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Williams' first strike of the ball left fans wondering if the all-time great had lost her touch as she planted a volley from close range into the net.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Investors will get more insight when Oracle reports its earnings after Wednesday’s market close.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Santana saw Abigail and heard the barking of the dogs getting close.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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