uncertainty
Example Sentences
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Her lyrical themes are familiar – yearning desire, romantic uncertainty – but there's a newfound freedom in dancing her cares away.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
The uncertainty dented the lenders’ shares, with those of Blue Owl down 43% and Ares Management 37% lower year-to-date.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
The shares did get a boost on Tuesday, jumping 8%, but uncertainty about the duration of the Iran war and the chip-smuggling allegations are likely to keep the stock under pressure.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
"Looking ahead, there is a large degree of geopolitical uncertainty - but there is underlying resilience, particularly among first-time buyers."
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Only this time, that uncertainty was lined with panic.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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