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[kuh-mur-shuhl] / kəˈmɜr ʃəl /




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Brandon Thomas, a former United States Air Force pilot who now flies for a major commercial airline, likens it to battle-testing when someone proves they can take a hit and fire back.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 30, 2026

Supporters of the law, in place since 1994, say it stops sensitive genetic data being given to commercial companies, and prevents family disputes being caused by unexpected results.

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

The hippodrome was initially unearthed years ago when excavations began for a commercial and residential complex.

From Barron's Aug. 29, 2026

They are supposed to have the same rights to ask questions and seek information as commercial journalists.

From Salon Aug. 29, 2026

I mean, this isn’t a kindness commercial for grown-ups to shove at kids.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri

“It’s a very ‘Whoa, what is happening?’ moment because I remember being 6 years old and coming to L.A. to see if I could get some commercials.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Hayden Panettiere was in 50 commercials by the time she was five.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

Born Aug. 21, 1989, in Palisades, New York, Panettiere began appearing in commercials before her first birthday.

From Salon Aug. 17, 2026

Welcome to its new “AI Creator TV” channel, now available on the app’s streaming service and consisting exclusively of app-generated films and shows, along with commercials that feature “synthetic performers.”

From Slate Aug. 16, 2026

Last year’s emails from her agent about upcoming auditions for commercials or money she was owed.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko




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