decent
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Instead, he walks Tom to the edge of the woods, tells him he’s a decent man, and sets him free.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The majority of valuation models with any decent track record suggest the stock market is more overvalued than at any other time in U.S. history.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
We’ve already seen bullish corporate perspectives from retailers, credit card issuers and hotels; given Costco’s slightly more well-heeled core shoppers, there’s a decent chance it will echo that sentiment.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
U.S. officials say relief will be tied to performance, and they will need to hold to that to get a decent final deal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
You could bet a stack of rabbit skins I was a decent shot!
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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