Example Sentences

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Some who anticipate individuals will rush into the shares worry they could just as easily get spooked and rush out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

While $39 billion in orders is a positive signal for Super Micro’s business, Wall Street was spooked by the equity financing plans, which will dilute existing shareholders.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Last year, federal spending cuts spearheaded by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, spooked investors.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

South Korea last week spooked markets by floating a “citizen dividend” from taxing AI profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

They were spooked so badly that Akira knew there was no way she could steer either of them calmly through the inferno.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz