serious

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But at the same time, she said that if the Iran conflict were to drag on for longer than a few months, it could have serious repercussions for markets and the U.S. economy.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The country has sustained a serious economic setback from high energy prices and disruptions in shipping and travel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The Cuban leader, who confirmed in March that US and Cuban officials had held talks, reiterated his government's willingness to "engage in serious and responsible bilateral dialogue, and finding solutions to existing differences."

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

President Claudia Sheinbaum has boasted of reductions of 30% or more in homicides and other serious crimes since she took office 18 months ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“Black and white, orange beak, my size, more or less. Has wings— that’s important. And a marcher. Ooh, yes, very serious about his marching. I’m taking lessons!”

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el