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The dot plot also suggested that the Fed was likely to reverse course in 2027 and cut rates slightly.
From MarketWatch β Sep. 15, 2026
Stripping out gasoline, the consumer price index rose 2.4% in August, speeding up slightly from July’s 2.2% advance.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 14, 2026
This week, oil came in at slightly over $104 a barrel, the highest it’s been since July, and on Thursday, diesel hit an average of $6 a gallon — for the first time ever.
From Salon β Sep. 14, 2026
As the realisation sunk in, the 29-year-old broke into a broad and slightly surprised smile before raising his arms above his head.
From BBC β Sep. 14, 2026
Lou looks over at my grandma, who nods slightly.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
