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[kon-tekst] / ˈkɒn tɛkst /


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"Living in a cave dwelling in the context of climate change is honestly an incredible stroke of luck," said Eclercy‑Deterpigny, who now serves as head of the local tourism association.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

Mr. Bentley, one of the great theater critics and scholars of the 20th century, provides context for the testimony, and biographical information about the lesser-known names.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

England needed some fortune for most of their wickets, and Phillips put the pitch into context before his ordeal against Archer.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

It was enough to reassure me that I could find myself again, if only I slowed down and considered my context with curiosity instead of fear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

There wasn’t a context he could imagine where Njemile’s moms would be uncomfortable with Moss talking about a guy who flirted with him; Wanda had long ago been accepting of him being gay.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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