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panic

[pan-ik] / ˈpæn ɪk /


NOUN
sudden drop in value in financial markets
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The drawdown of excess oil inventories has eased the immediate market panic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Its narrowing suggests the market has moved from panic to managed scarcity—not that the underlying shortage has disappeared.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

“My realtor says I’m not allowed to panic until June,” she said.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He told the BBC there was still concern the industry in the UK could face shortages of fuel over the summer, although he insisted there was no need to panic.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Natalie took a deep breath and tried not to panic.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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