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[jen-er-uhl] / ˈdʒɛn ər əl /




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But in recent months, as prosecutors battled the Justice companies in court over subpoenas for records, the Office of the Deputy Attorney General shut down the probe.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

General Catalyst Managing Director Marc Bhargava leads the firm’s Creation strategy, which is focused in part on providing capital for companies like Beacon to acquire existing businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The Security Council deliberations are expected to begin in late July, before a General Assembly vote in the following months.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

General Motors is revamping its energy business and placing a big bet on a lesser-known battery type right after Ford Motor got a major boost from making a similar move a few weeks ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“In the meantime, we are searching the area for Alexis Nichole Blake around the clock. We have every reason to believe that she remains nearby. After all—” General Sharpe seems to look right at me.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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