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[uh-genst, uh-geynst] / əˈgɛnst, əˈgeɪnst /


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That is the same evidentiary pattern the Justice Department cited against Duke.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

An exciting brand of rugby brought positive vibes back and supplied victories over France, Italy and Ireland this summer, but the real litmus test comes in the Tests against South Africa.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Washington and Seoul have conducted joint military exercises since the 1950s as a deterrent against North Korean aggression and a signal of allied readiness.

From Barron's Aug. 17, 2026

So Clarett brought an antitrust lawsuit against the NFL, aiming to enter the league earlier than their age restrictions allow.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

I try to fold over myself, kicking the stick shift and somehow managing both to knee myself in the chin and whack my foot against Dara’s arm.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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