straight
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The Bank of Korea kept its benchmark seven-day repurchase rate unchanged at 2.50% on Thursday, marking the eighth straight meeting without a change.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
"Since tips go straight to staff, it is quite likely that restaurants are using tips as a way to increase salaries without footing the bill," says Harris.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
“Maybe it was just a product of its time, but boy, I will tell you straight up, I would cheerfully have retired on that show,” Brantley says.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The S&P 500 has risen for eight straight weeks through Friday.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
The Phillies pitcher strikes out the hitter on three straight pitches, and I clap along with everyone else, then clear my throat.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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