period

Example Sentences

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“I still think we have a tough period to get through in the market.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

However, Strategy broke this pattern during the period starting March 23, snapping a 13-week buying streak.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

That means the loan would cost you about $2,600 in interest over the five-year period.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The lesson from that period is clear: when policymakers restrict access to nutrition assistance while economic pressures persist, food insecurity rises.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Needless to say, I was late for first period world history.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam