keel
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He points out that energy stocks have “virtually retraced their wartime gains,” and adds that “even the bond market is back on an even keel after yesterday’s rally.”
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Now it is back on a more even keel.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
It’s the humidity, which has spiked to over 80%, that has them feeling ready to keel over between sets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025
One of the keys to Betts’ success: an even keel that sometimes frustrates fans who want every player on their team to be as visibly frustrated as they are.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025
It was dark when their keel finally scraped over the rocks.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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