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brief

[breef] / brif /




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This brief statement, provided without a transcript or any indication of who was speaking, sparked intense speculation about the actions of the pilots.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

U.S. stocks are back and fully embracing the artificial intelligence trade, following a brief respite triggered by faster inflation prospects and rising Treasury bond yields.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It said the fault caused a brief surge of electricity on its four live transmission lines in Eaton Canyon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

He now admits he rejected outreach to brief him on the changes before the replacement hire’s first day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I heard a brief slapping sound, like a book being closed.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott




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