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

“Adrian is a bit of a streaky scorer,” coach Jim Hiller said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2025

It was streaky, it was often reckless, it was not always pretty - but it worked.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2024

I jumped off the bed and tried to compose myself before our small streaky mirror.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson