greed
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Politics, family, inflation, racism, weight gain and greed were among the multiple topics lampooned by Wanda Sykes during a dynamic and often wickedly funny tour stop at the Dolby Theatre last Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
I never wanted, nor do I want, to be wealthy, so greed and hurry never clouded my thinking.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Because Intel’s stock has been so red hot, its calls are priced with a greed premium.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
But as ugly as greed can be, it can be oh so beautiful.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
As her family continued to squabble over money, she grew impatient with the world of human society—so full of suspicion, prejudice, and greed.
From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman
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