continental

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It is increasingly a prerequisite to also being part of a team that lands one of the game's biggest titles - the Champions League, World Cup or a continental equivalent such as the European Championship.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"As we modify natural systems, we can expect changes in how sediment is stored in river basins and along coastlines and continental shelves," Professor Kirkland said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

Carney said he expects a robust review of the continental trade pact, which the Trump administration will lead later this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Wafcon is the second continental tournament to be moved at short notice in the past 14 months.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Because of its tropical location and great diversity in topography and habitats, New Guinea is rich in both plant and animal species, though less so than continental tropical areas because it is an island.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond