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shock

[shok] / ʃɒk /




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The first China shock came in the 2000s in basic manufacturing.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Kristen Vanetsky, 52, told AFP she was in shock.

From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026

His death had come as a shock after 30 years of happy, uncomplicated life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

“On the path to that positive supply shock, we’re seeing increases in aggregate demand,” said Warsh.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

This might come as a shock to your mama and papa, since your family was friends with us Warnes for so long.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan


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