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displacement

[dis-pleys-muhnt] / dɪsˈpleɪs mənt /


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More than 12 million have had to flee their homes, earning Sudan the unfortunate privilege of having the world’s worst displacement crisis.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey said in December such displacement could mirror that seen during the Industrial Revolution.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Because the timing of labor market displacement is so uncertain, Muddy Waters recommends using derivative exposure to take a bearish view on corporate credit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Activist short-seller Carson Block has turned bearish on corporate credit, arguing the advent of artificial intelligence will lead to severe job displacement and the economic repercussions of this will be negative on credit spreads.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“This war is Hitler’s fault. My displacement, Hitler’s fault. This gas mask I carry at all times”—I raise my voice for full effect —“Hitler’s fault!”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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