historic
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Husslein noted earlier this year that Walmart’s operating margins would need to be closer to its historic highs — or more than 6% — to justify its lofty valuation.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining, controlled by billionaire Thomas S. Kaplan, raised $270 million in an IPO to restart the historic Sunshine mine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
After successfully proving president Donald Trump sexually abused her, then also defamed her, E. Jean Carroll secured historic legal settlements to the tune of roughly $90 million.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
Another striker seeking a historic second boot is Kane.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
But she was right—the row of historic houses on the opposite bank is still pretty.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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