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lid

[lid] / lɪd /
NOUN
top covering
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The ECB’s decision on Thursday could give a glimpse of what’s to come for U.S. markets as central bankers scramble to keep a lid on soaring prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Here, Realtor.com lifts the lid on Williams’ many properties—including the luxurious abode where she has been prepping for her on-court return and the elegant home she shared with her sister for many years.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

On the BBC's Graham Norton, Swift hinted that it could be a big event with a large guest list, but has kept a tight lid on specifics.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

“I put my hand on my lid, I look down, and I close my eyes,” Cervantes said of his superstition.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The other burner holds a small cast-iron pot with the lid on.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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