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maxim

[mak-sim] / ˈmæk sɪm /


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She’s appeared in Maxim and cleaned up in poker tournaments when that was a thing.

From Salon • May 4, 2026

Russian conductor and pianist Maxim Emelyanychev brings improvisational flair to Baroque and classical period music.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

In an angry statement, the Belarusian foreign ministry said it told the event's organisers it would be represented by Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov at the meeting and had applied for the visas in advance.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The biggest problem Maxim sees is persuading men to sign up for the programme.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

“Beatrice and I don’t correspond unless there's a major event in the family. Writing letters is a waste of time,” said Maxim.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier




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