reckon

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While recent geopolitical tensions have increased short-term volatility in gold, the analysts reckon the broader environment remains supportive for the yellow metal in the medium term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“In this scenario, we reckon global refined product margins could approach $100 to $150 alongside $150 crude prices resulting in finished product prices that would be 200% to 300% above the prewar level.”

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

And as the virus continues to circulate, more people are being forced to reckon with a life-altering yet often invisible disability whose relative newness offers few answers for the future and few avenues for support.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

"We reckon we'll have forked out an extra £12,000 by the time we leave," Andrea says.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

“Nope. There’s nothing wrong with me but old age. And I reckon that will take care of itself eventually.”

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen