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inception

[in-sep-shuhn] / ɪnˈsɛp ʃən /


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The excitement was palpable Sunday, opening day for David Geffen Galleries, LACMA’s new $724-million building that’s been sparking debate since its inception.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Since the SOXX’s inception in July 2001, there have been four winning streaks of double-digit days, with the last two occurring in line with the bull market that ran from late 2015 to early 2018.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Equities may also have gotten a small April Fool’s bump—the S&P 500 has averaged a gain of nearly 0.3% on April 1 going back to its inception, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

On Wednesday, SHM said that since its inception, it has aimed to make high-value-added mobility products that combine the technologies and expertise of Sony and Honda.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Twenty-five years after its inception, Public Allies is still going strong, with chapters in Chicago and two dozen other cities and thousands of alumni around the country.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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