rules out
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That rules out putting all of it in the market, but even investing a portion — $30,000 — in your 60s is not exactly a bad idea.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
Carl Gomez, chief economist at Toronto’s Centurion Asset Management, said previous language about concern over inflation likely rules out further rate relief.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The $50,000 maximum rules out many options on the market, but legislation outlining the incentive program makes a special exception for California-based companies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
Ben Stokes rules out reversing his decision to retire from international cricket in time for next summer's Ashes following England's series defeat by New Zealand.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
But on one fateful afternoon last year,Jeffrey threw the rules out the window.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
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