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[pur-suh-nl] / ˈpɜr sə nl /


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Personal spending jumped 0.7% in May, the government said, but some of the increase merely reflected Americans spending more on energy and other goods and services.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

Personal resources such as strong social support, a sense of control over one's life, and positive attitudes toward aging can help people cope with stress and maintain well-being.

From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026

Seoul's Personal Information Protection Commission said it would "impose a total of 624.68 billion won in fines... on Coupang for violating safety obligations and collecting personal data without legal grounds".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

This year’s National Personal Finance Challenge asked students to answer questions about everything from stock prices to car insurance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“For several reasons. But let’s say that the most important is that you have succeeded in discovering your Personal Legend.”

From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho




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