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Recent Examples of run-up
Many analysts noting the stock’s run-up due to news in March of price increases and a general sense of relief that the company wouldn’t be encumbered by a massive acquisition of traditional assets.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Ticket headaches have added to a controversial run-up to the Games for LA28, which also faced backlash after chairman Casey Wasserman was mentioned in the Epstein files released in February.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
The recent run-up in energy prices ties back to oil.
—Greg Iacurci,jessica Dickler, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The next will come in the more immediate run-up to the NFL Draft, which begins April 23.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Ticket headaches have added to a controversial run-up to the Games for LA28, which also faced backlash after chairman Casey Wasserman was mentioned in the Epstein files released in February.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
The recent run-up in energy prices ties back to oil.
—Greg Iacurci,jessica Dickler, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The next will come in the more immediate run-up to the NFL Draft, which begins April 23.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run-up
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The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Atlanta feels a little more real Thursday since the sport's most recognizable prize is in the city.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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For the past 10 months, since a frustrated Colbert announced the cancellation of the three-decade-old talk show in July 2025, the countdown to his farewell has been looming over Colbert and the whole of the late-night genre like a guillotine with a threadbare rope.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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The other stars in the diamond are second magnitude Denebola (marking the tail of Leo, the Lion), first magnitude Spica (the spike of wheat in the hand of Virgo) and zero-magnitude Arcturus (in Boötes the Herdsman).—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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Import and export prices also were at levels not seen since the last inflation spike, a period that prompted aggressive Fed rate hikes that started with four consecutive moves in three-quarter percentage point increments in 2022.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Burke's preliminary is scheduled to begin May 26.—
Christine Pelisek,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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Tickets to the mixed archery preliminary set me back $110 each, then $85 each for the mixed equestrian preliminary.—
Personal Finance Columnist,
San Francisco Chronicle,
8 Apr. 2026
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The popular air show is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities and includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps, according to the event's organizers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Rebuilding strength in his leg muscles required regular gym exercises with lead rehab physio Richard Clark, including walking on an anti-gravity treadmill, deadlifts, box jumps, split squats with weights, balancing drills and running on a small trampoline.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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West has been making overtures to the Jewish community in recent months.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2026
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Trump has wielded the ceasefire as a carrot and stick, issuing peace overtures one day and threats the next day, all in an attempt to get an upper hand in the negotiations.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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Lechtzin said the lawsuit also seeks compensation for benefits, including the continuation of medical coverage, retirement contributions, unused vacation and sick time.—
NBC South Florida,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Spain and Slovenia are unlikely to come back, and a continuation of Netanyahu military policies could mean other countries join the boycott, resulting in a potential scrapping of the contest in 2027 with that much revenue exiting.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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The race is a prelude to the Preakness, featuring 3-year-old fillies (female race horses).—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
8 May 2026
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But the June ballot isn’t just a prelude to November — some races will be decided with it.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Domestic sales and government largesse are driving the upturn, but activity is still affected by supply chain disruptions and businesses deferring spending.—
Dominic Dudley,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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Any hope that Liam Rosenior’s sacking 12 days ago would spark an upturn, especially after their FA Cup semi-final victory over Leeds United, have been brought back to reality.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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“Run-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run-up. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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