respective
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“But we do have respect and regard for one another in our respective positions, and a commitment to make sure that the county and city overcome the mistakes and failures of the past.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Growth for low-income economies in 2026 is now projected at 3.7%, and at 2.6% for Pacific island countries, compared with the respective 4.4% and 2.8% predicted in April.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
The respective dividend yields according to FactSet are 6.5% and 3.5%.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
In Riyadh, home to a large number of non-Saudis, diplomats were instructed to shelter in place in their respective embassies, diplomats told AFP.
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
Harry watched, astounded, as Dumbledore placed the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth keys in their respective locks, reopening the trunk, and each time revealing different contents.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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