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[bak] / bæk /


ADJECTIVE
from earlier time
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Masino told investors Tuesday that her new strategy to bring the family-dining chain back from huge losses in sales, profits and the number of guests coming through its doors is working.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

La Roux told An that West whispered to her, “I bet you think I just put women back about 10 years.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“We’ve got to get back to scoring more goals,” Holland said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The former British soldier described his dilemma of whether to turn back for Hillary Dawa or catch up with the rest.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“Move,” I scream, dropping the harness, swimming, sliding onto Belle’s back.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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