lure
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Investors fear that perps may lure retail investors away from short-dated options and other adrenaline-fueled bets that have been a key revenue driver for the traditional exchanges in recent years.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
"My job was to lure them in and convince them to invest," said Jon, adding that he sometimes felt "proud" of the job he did.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The big screen lure of the Backrooms reflects the online rise of a very particular fear: the idea of a liminal - or transitional - space.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Harbert believes the notion that the clips alone — which may feature a funny bit or a snapshot of a conversation with a guest — would help lure viewers to traditional TV was folly.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“Wait. You said it was too dangerous, but Brer says every city has its own. Why don’t we just use the MidPass Story Box? Isn’t it good enough to lure out Anansi?”
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
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Charlotte's Web
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