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That is, the option-trading “universe” prices the straddle prior to the earnings and more or less keeps it at that price until the earnings are announced.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Second, require data sharing and replication prior to publication where reasonably feasible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The form will be given to you two days prior to the day your county certifies the election, so be sure to fill it out and return it to your county elections office right away.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

We already knew that during due diligence checks prior to the appointment, McSweeney asked the peer three follow-up questions about his relationship with the late financier.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Ophelia Taylor, originally from Georgia, graduated from Hampton Institute, and prior to starting the class was running a nursery school.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly