pivotal
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This week’s Federal Open Market Committee minutes are likely to be pivotal to shaping the near-term path for yields and, by extension, gold, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
“I just remember him going really quiet and calm, and my heart dropped in that moment,” Smith recalled of that pivotal visit with the pediatrician.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026
The artist is at a pivotal moment in her career, seeing the first signs of international recognition.
From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026
Progress on ending the conflict could be another pivotal moment for gold.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
It also marked a pivotal breakthrough in our immigration case.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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