For an extreme example, take a look at Valve Corp.

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For instance, 2008 was an extreme example of outflows in the BRIC markets, and 2011 also saw equity outflows due to inflation concerns.

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An extreme example, for Buchanan, was illustrative: What if all taxing and spending decisions had to be unanimous?

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Again, this is mainly an issue for spinners, the most extreme example being Test cricket's all-time highest wicket taker, Muttiah Muralitharan.

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As an example, the area I work for has experienced extreme changes in the regulations that govern the work I do.

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Monster Beverage was an even more extreme example of such swings Monday abroad a relatively calm day for the broader market, surging almost 25% before plunging back into the red.

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