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headline

[hed-lahyn] / ˈhɛdˌlaɪn /


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“We estimate headline inflation has peaked and will trend lower in the second half of the year assuming the Strait of Hormuz remains open,” wrote Kathy Bostjancic, chief economist at Nationwide.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

The headline on the Wall Street Journal’s main take on his legacy is: “The Myth of Alan Greenspan as ‘The Maestro.’”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, who declined an invitation to headline the event from James Talarico, the Senate nominee who defeated her in March.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

"Hottest June Day ever" is the Daily Star's headline, embedding a close-up photo showing a streak of sweat trickling down the side of King Charles III's face.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

An obituary headline flashed into my mind: Local Girl, 10, Done In by Storm and Petrified Pet!

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles




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