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[ey-buhl] / ˈeɪ bəl /




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This has enabled them to identify three more crew members from Erebus, including Able Seaman William Orren, cabin boy David Young and a steward named John Bridgens.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Able to pass for decades younger, he now basks in life on the other side of infamy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Able Americans is one of the only conservative think tank projects dedicated entirely to disability policy.

From Salon • Oct. 20, 2025

Able to use the wildcard that injury denied her last year, Boisson beat 24th seed Elise Mertens in her opening match and overcame a second-set 'bagel' to beat compatriot Elsa Jacquemot in the third round.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2025

Able to read a boy’s thoughts before he even has them.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell




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