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circus

[sur-kuhs] / ˈsɜr kəs /


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"Air Bud Returns," slated for release in US theaters in 2027, is the latest chapter in a franchise that began in 1997 featuring a runaway circus dog who has an extraordinary ability to play basketball.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Quarterly reports today and tomorrow from five members of the Magnificent Seven will overshadow the usual media circus around today’s Federal Reserve meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

His crisp white shirts projected order and sophistication in the middle of the F1 circus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

That, the circus said, keeps performers safe and allows the audience to enjoy the experience.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

“Not any time soon, but yeah, he’ll sell it. If the circus goes under, we won’t need the land.”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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