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[weyn] / weɪn /


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After the war, however, when the U.S. had about half the world’s gross domestic product, the fire that had driven so many innovators seemed to wane as managers with MBAs took over corporate America.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

But with war risks seemingly on the wane, and corporate America growing profits at a double-digit pace, investors are seeing few reasons to miss out on the market’s springtime momentum.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

The technology’s real allure for studio executives may not wane, however.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

But in the political world, it does wax and wane.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

The growing paranoia and anxiety as they wane.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman




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