streaky
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That means that while small-caps have had a good run of late, investors shouldn’t count on a marathon: “History clearly shows that positive relative returns in this space are streaky, not structural,” Colas concludes.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
That means that while small-caps have had a good run of late, investors shouldn’t count on a marathon: “History clearly shows that positive relative returns in this space are streaky, not structural,” Colas concludes.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
He was seen as a popular figure among Hoops fans, but was also viewed as a head coach that only got "streaky" results out of his side.
From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025
He’s viewed by scouts as a streaky second-unit shooter with the ability to get the ball to the basket.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2024
The house was filling with people and the hours passed in a dreadful streaky blur of relatives, neighbors, crying children, covered dishes, blocked driveways, ringing telephones, bright lights, strange faces, awkward conversations.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
