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box

[boks] / bɒks /


VERB
place in square or rectangular container
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK




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He likened the matter to a Pandora’s box, which “rarely closes” once it’s been opened.

From MarketWatch Sep. 21, 2026

It was like being spoken to by God, an impression aided by the fact that Ramsey, hidden in a small booth near the press box, was heard but never seen.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 20, 2026

A red letter box near the office entrance allows members to write messages to their future selves.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 20, 2026

The attack moves at pace - with the Italian full-back arriving in the box to play a dangerous cross that Spurs were unable to convert from six yards out.

From BBC Sep. 18, 2026

A crushed popcorn box sailed across the room and hit the piano player on the shoulder.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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