industry
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Railroads were essential to the development of American industry — allowing the U.S. to surpass Europe about 130 years ago — by providing business access to markets and supplies.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Another petition, titled "support the ceramics industry and protect British manufacturing jobs and skills", has reached more than 105,000 signatures, passing the threshold to be considered for a debate in Parliament.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Rather, it "illustrates the struggle of German industry to gain momentum this year", he added.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
With 30-odd years in television, Walker has benefited from, and anguished over, the many changes in the industry, including the increasing number of female producers and executives.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
This territory contained a quarter of Russia’s population, a third of its agricultural land, and about half of its heavy industry.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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