jump
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The reading came days after figures showing a forecast-busting jump in jobs creation last month ramped up bets on the Federal Reserve hiking interest rates for the first time since 2023.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
For the full year, they expect a 23% jump.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
There was a 319% jump in these postings, and the median pay was $163,000, according to Payscale.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Reliable VPNs are subscription-based, and prices may increase over time — many providers’ introductory rates jump significantly at renewal, so it’s worth checking what you’ll be paying after the first term.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
I had to jump sideways to keep it from hitting me.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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