piercing
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It is also worth noting that the prior major low near the $500 area was accompanied by back-to-back bullish piercing line candles last April, reinforcing the importance of that support zone.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
They entered the world the way babies should, with piercing cries announcing their arrival.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Claire's, founded in the US, first appeared on British high streets in the late 1990s selling jewellery and accessories mainly aimed at tween and teenage girls, and offering ear piercing services.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
This minaudière from Schiaparelli features a gold-plated metal chain and rhinestone piercing, bringing the idea of a statement bag to levels unheard of.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Please answer the following question in detail: on the day of our meeting at the post office, what type of piercing did the postal employee have?
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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