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sideways

[sahyd-weyz] / ˈsaɪdˌweɪz /


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“Core inflation is moving sideways or ticking up,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026

The World Cup is one potential catalyst but overall “the nearer-term market sentiment towards Nike is now likely ‘washed out’ suggesting that at worst shares could trade sideways until clearer, positive fundamental catalysts emerge.”

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

McAfee shook the hand of a young man who was wearing a sideways cap.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

In a 4-4-2 shape, the defending side are well placed to stop forward and sideways movements because of their two flat lines of four.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Partway there, Dodger turned, trying to go sideways along the mountain instead of down it.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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