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A diplomatic source from regional player the UAE said there were "two spoilers" to the deal -- namely that Israel "didn't like it" and that there was also hardline opposition within Iran.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

There’s a new macro concern, namely the worry that the Federal Reserve will begin lifting interest rates this year, which really only started getting priced into the futures market in May.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

The term “travesti” was long reserved for transgender people in Latin America, namely those whose gender expressions leaned feminine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Trump still has several high-wattage events on his summer calendar, namely an Ultimate Fighting Championship match in a massive structure on the South Lawn set for his 80th birthday Sunday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Craig would remember our visit there as heavenly, namely because he played ball all day long in the wide-open lots under a blue sky with Donny Stewart and his new pack of suburban brethren.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama