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[wil] / wɪl /






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“We believe issuers will become more cautious,” said Lukasz Labedzki, an analyst focused on fixed income at the Franklin Templeton Institute, on Monday.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

Ford’s Defense Department contract will see the automaker develop prototypes based on its F-Series super-duty pickups.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

“Her singular vision transformed the course of contemporary art, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations of artists, scholars, and audiences around the world.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

The question of whether a particular state’s law is legal is a question of statutory interpretation and will differ from state to state.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

In time, the pinpointing of control areas will become more and more detailed.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman

If one of you dies, your prenup, wills, trusts and state probate law, beneficiaries and transfer-on-death deeds will all come into play.

From MarketWatch Jul. 22, 2026

Some of Amelia's friends have been so spooked by her experience, they have since taken out wills and life insurance.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

The Civil Rights Act of 1866 covered only the private rights to contract, testify and make wills.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

“God wills it” was a battle cry of Christian crusaders during the Middle Ages.

From Salon Jun. 22, 2026

Often the war of wills goes on for quite a time, I squinching my eyes shut and he forgiving me, but he nearly always wins.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck

The deal would be the latest in a string of vendor financing agreements in the AI ecosystem, whereby a seller lends to a buyer of its products.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

Additionally, the companies said they would allow customers to temporarily access alternative rail service if their service were to worsen during the merger integration.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

The list would limit who could receive a mail ballot.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

The Department of Energy Security and Net Zero said that all evacuated residents would now be protected by the law, with the UK government meeting the costs of making homes safe.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

There is so much we would like to know but probably never will about Phineas's time in Chile.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman

On a night when his teammates struggled offensively, Brunson willed the Knicks to the series clinching victory, another gritty come-from-behind victory for a team that has made them a trademark.

From Barron's Jun. 14, 2026

Knowledge of current events, geography, and simple concepts like the law of supply and demand have been crowded out by willed ignorance and motivated reasoning.

From Salon Apr. 19, 2026

For St. Augustine, desire was the bondage of the divided self, which willed the good but somehow willed more strongly not to do it.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 8, 2026

"It is pure intention: if there is chaos, it is authored chaos: if it is ugly, it is designed ugliness; if it is absurd, it is willed absurdity."

From BBC Mar. 7, 2026

But she was also very strong willed, determined to rise above the people who made her feel small.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana

With unemployment above 33 percent -- and far higher when discouraged job seekers are included -- labour unions and researchers argue there is no shortage of South Africans willing to work.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

And it seems Real Madrid are willing to discuss Aurelien Tchouameni's situation amid claims they want to sign World Cup winner Rodri from Manchester City.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

James is still a hugely capable All-Star, but willing to play relatively cheap in order to join a competitive roster.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Her staff has been facilitating a conversation with people at Universal Studios and has found them to be “very willing partners,” said Helen Chavez Garcia, Barger’s communications director.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

He was chockful of geography, most of it wrong, and always willing to share.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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