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hype

[hahyp] / haɪp /
NOUN
extensive publicity
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In a sector defined by massive hype, his thesis is a reminder that sometimes the smartest bet isn’t on the obvious front-runners, but on the players with room to grow.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“But a lot of the hype was on the internet, not in the city of Los Angeles voter rolls.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Some senior figures worried the tool was so powerful it could pose financial security risks, though others have questioned how much of the hype is marketing spin.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It will take a lot of digging out for people who were taken in by internet hype to understand Pratt’s loss.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

“I wanted to know what all the hype was about!” says Mr. Ramirez.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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