uncertainty

Example Sentences

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“Declining confidence, geopolitical uncertainty and rising living costs—especially fuel—are still encouraging caution and fewer discretionary trips,” Sumpter added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Families of the district’s more than 390,000 students are reeling with the prospect of life routines thrown into days of uncertainty.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Like the Fed, Wall Street has been reluctant to make any forecast changes based on the uncertainty of war and oil prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The market’s recent action comes despite continued uncertainty about an end to the war in Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

He glanced with uncertainty toward the packs of cold hot dogs.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon