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can

[kan, kuhn] / kæn, kən /




VERB
preserve fruit, vegetable
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
WEAK




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“It’s around learning agility. Can a person take a hard signal and adjust?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Can she really hold them to account in some way?

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Can the software giant and hyperscaler keep the momentum as it reports fiscal fourth-quarter results on Wednesday?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Can they now find the technique, resolve and patience to prevail when a more conventional style of Test cricket is required?

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“Is he in? Can I speak with him?”

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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