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a key endorsement that would give the struggling candidate a real leg up right now
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Notably the re-election of President Trump also added an additional leg up to the crypto sector that looks set to continue propelling prices and the sector higher.
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Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
To further calm your nervous system, lie down and put your legs up against a wall.
—Melanie Mannarino, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024
Many have hit roadblocks trying to break into a sport, despite showcasing their talent, as older veterans are staying longer and those who bring sponsorship money gain a leg up.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 25 Nov. 2024
ETFs generally do not give investors a leg up in retirement accounts since 401(k)s, individual retirement accounts and other accounts are already tax-advantaged.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
To further calm your nervous system, lie down and put your legs up against a wall.
—Melanie Mannarino, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024
Many have hit roadblocks trying to break into a sport, despite showcasing their talent, as older veterans are staying longer and those who bring sponsorship money gain a leg up.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 25 Nov. 2024
ETFs generally do not give investors a leg up in retirement accounts since 401(k)s, individual retirement accounts and other accounts are already tax-advantaged.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Leg up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leg%20up. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
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