higher

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That may lead to participation rates that are higher than among the population as a whole.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

RH said revenue was hurt by about $45 million tied to higher backorder and special order balances, which were about $75 million higher than the year-ago period due to tariff-related resourcing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

U.S. wholesale inflation came in stronger than expected again in May, adding to concerns that the impact of stronger fuel costs will force companies to pass higher costs on to consumers.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

It was the first major central bank to do so in response to inflation brought on by higher energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

To the left and rising higher were willows and brush, which made something like a wall next to the trail.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen