prolonged
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“The latest attacks further undermine hopes that the April ceasefire can be restored and raise the risk of prolonged disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz,” the analysts add.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
“The continued lack of progress towards restoring normal energy flows from the Middle East is reinforcing expectations of a prolonged period of elevated oil prices,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Kismet was also ordered to pay £259,298 in costs, with a judge saying the company had engaged in "considerable dishonesty" over a prolonged period of time.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
A prolonged crisis and rising prices for crude and crude products would trigger more global inventory releases.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026
Such prolonged standoffs would not be necessary, however, for he sensed that his time in Chicago was nearing an end.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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