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or

[awr, er] / ɔr, ər /


CONJUNCTION
a suggestion of approximation
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Antonyms
WEAK
neither nor without choice




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"You cannot talk about Puerto Rico without talking about Bad Bunny. Whether you like his music or not, he's doing so much for the island," says Mercedes Grubb.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

But when it comes to what made Parker tick—Satan or psychoses—she takes no sides.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

“The presence of branches is critical for traditionally underserved communities, so they are not forced to rely upon expensive payday lenders or check cashers,” the group wrote in its recent letter.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

With some exceptions, you can be denied coverage or charged more based on your health status.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Gertie is given an option: She can live with a German sponsor, or she can become a prisoner of war.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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