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Rubicon

[roo-bi-kon] / ˈru bɪˌkɒn /


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When Papas drove out to North Hollywood in November 2024 specifically to track new mileage, he realized he had crossed the Rubicon.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

"But it was a little bit more than that. It was forging through a Rubicon that was never forged through before. It was debated in the Houses of Parliament," he said.

From BBC Apr. 10, 2026

Neither ever crossed the Rubicon in a way that would mobilize Americans to war, so we finally crossed the Rubicon ourselves.

From Barron's Mar. 12, 2026

Investors are running away from the dollar into gold and other assets, but the real Rubicon for markets is the long bond, according to Bank of America chief investment strategist.

From MarketWatch Jan. 29, 2026

Julius Caesar’s army wouldn’t have left such a mess after crossing the Rubicon.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt




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