consolation

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The firm nudged its price target up to $150 from $135 but that is little consolation for investors who haven’t bought up shares yet.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Lauryn Kim homered and Kayla Cisneros, Addy Everett and Lizzie Hobbs each had two hits in Millikan’s 7-6 triumph over San Diego Cathedral in the consolation final.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

The only consolation now might be that this tournament won’t be held entirely without Italian representation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Littler did avoid the whitewash, with an ironic celebration showing he felt it was nothing more than a consolation.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Stanchion led her from the stage and bought her what I guessed was the consolation tankard.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss