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China has been cracking down on a practice known as "Singapore-washing," which is when companies leave the country to take advantage of looser regulations, global customers or funding opportunities.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Now, private-credit firms are clamping down on the option, known as payment in kind, or PIK.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
There is a need to double down on preparations and equipment on land that is inherently hostile due to the harsh Arctic conditions.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Instead, they doubled down on the approach, focusing mainly on emerging domestic talent largely unproven beyond the Championship.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Reaching over Caesar’s head, I clamp down on his left shoulder and on his right arm.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
