suffer
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They’re in for a bad surprise — and their portfolios will likely suffer as a result.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
VW, in the process of slashing thousands of jobs as profits and sales suffer, is seeking to reduce global production capacities by around one million vehicles -- half in China and half elsewhere, particularly Europe.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
In Psalm 73, Asaph pleads with God, wondering why good men suffer while the wicked prosper.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
One may experience increased soil activity, while another may suffer a major decline.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
It remains unclear how many people will suffer long-term effects from radiation exposure as a result of the Fukushima meltdowns.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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