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barrelling



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And so, on we go, barrelling toward the next general election, which must take place by 2029 but will likely be sooner.

From Slate Jun. 23, 2026

Some rushing made sense — deadlines, the Red Line train barrelling toward the platform — but other times, it was just habit.

From Salon Feb. 9, 2025

An "extremely dangerous" hurricane is barrelling towards Mexico's Pacific coast, forecasters have warned.

From BBC Oct. 10, 2023

Some 80 surfers could work different waves simultaneously: barrelling waves, big waves, kid-friendly waves, Knieriem said.

From Washington Times May 29, 2023

The barking dog he’d heard before got louder, and suddenly a white blur came barrelling through the snow.

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick




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