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Economists have long employed an alphabet’s worth of shapes to describe the U.S. economy, whether it’s an E, K, W, U, L or V. But what are the implications of an E-shaped economy in 2026?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

So the Armstrong team employed a series of tests involving fancy scales and gently tipping the capsule.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

"Bastar is now Naxal-free," Shah told the parliament during a 90-minute speech detailing the history and tactics employed by security forces to end the insurgency.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

In the late 1960s Bell Labs employed about 15,000 researchers, technicians and support staff; in the early 1980s, the number had grown to about 25,000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

She had not much time for repining, however, for the three young girls were busily employed in ‘having a good time’.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott