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If all debters with dollar denominated debt could perfectly coordinate with each other that would be the case. They could all run through your scenario one at a time without causing a dollar shortage and a spike in demand and price.

But the market is made up of independent actors all of whom want to make sure they get the dollars they need first. It's like a rush for the fire exit with everyone jammed at the door instead of an orderly line.



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