period
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Shares of smaller banks, unloved by investors in recent years, have been enjoying a rare period in their favor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
In the mid-1970s, Florida began a period of environmental enlightenment.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
The goals came from Artturi Lehkonen late in the second period and Logan O’Connor early in the third.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026
Mark McCall's men sensed blood and, following another period of Saracens pressure in the Sale 22, Willis bounced through an initial tackle before stretching out to score.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
“Besides the books, this girl has been in the store dusting, arranging things, helping customers every time I’ve been there! She’s always asking me questions about the pieces: ‘What period is this ware?
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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