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vane

[veyn] / veɪn /
NOUN
finned device
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The remarks by Williams are especially important because he is a top ally of Fed Chair Jerome Powell and is seen as a weather vane for the bank’s future moves.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

In doing so, it set up a great weather vane for the state of national politics.

From Slate • Dec. 2, 2025

A museum should not change directions like a weather vane but give us the reassurance that some things are timeless and provide us with the history and progression of art.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2023

The City Council could prove that it’s better than a weather vane blown by special interests.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2022

Bracing himself against the weather vane, Matthias shielded his eyes and peered down into the Abbey grounds.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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