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[red-ee] / ˈrɛd i /






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The pickup in sales last month is a reminder that many buyers are ready to transact when supply expands and affordability conditions ease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

This means an open-ended fund will keep some cash on hand to be ready for that action.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“If you wait till 7:00 p.m. when they’re getting ready to close, you’re probably gonna find more people there,” Becerra said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

I just walked back to my six-yard box and got ready for the restart.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

She twisted around as I pulled the door shut, her mouth parted, ready with questions.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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