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[bih-kuhm] / bɪˈkʌm /




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Allegations of a massive data leak first surfaced in November and have become an unexpected source of friction between Seoul and Washington.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said at a recent event that costs had become “a huge issue.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

A buzzing noise in her ears would appear and become more noticeable whenever she felt tired.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Two-time champion Fernando Alonso has said fast corners have become the "charging station for the car" as a result of the new rules.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

I’m guessing she’s at Dad’s office, which has become her makeshift bedroom.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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