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“I suggest the extra funds be used to fill in financial-planning holes and longer-term investments for growth. Funds are better suited toward longer term goals than sitting in lower-yielding savings accounts.”
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
Luke Kornet has a special vantage point on Wembanyama’s superpowers—and not only because San Antonio’s backup center has to fill in for him when he leaves the floor.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
To fill in the gaps, the department has looked to using overtime, which has increased concerns about overtime costs as well as the possibility of burnout by deputies working long hours.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
This could potentially fill in the earnings gap near $26 in the second half of the year, representing a 29% gain from current prices.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Layla’s words trailed off like she was waiting for Ivy to fill in the next line.
From "Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World" by Ashley Herring Blake
