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The VIX holds steady all the inputs in the formula for pricing S&P 500 call or put options contracts over the next 30 days, except for how much choppiness they assume—the market’s implied volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

All sectors trade at lower forward P/E than they did at the end of 2025, except for the consumer staples, Industrial, real estate and utilities sectors.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

What’s Next: Starting May 19, Delta will stop serving beverages and snacks on flights shorter than 350 miles, except for passengers in first class.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

He said the leaders of all other Holyrood parties would be invited individually to talks from next week - except for Reform.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

He was quick and quiet and covered in dark fur, except for a long, pale scar that streaked across his body like a comet.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown