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"This aspect needs to be managed. If North Korea acts in a provocative and belligerent manner, it could trigger regional conflict, which could run counter to China's interests," Hong said.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
He had labelled the Iranian counter to US proposals "totally unacceptable".
From BBC • May 17, 2026
“That outcome is unacceptable and runs counter to the core of what this office stands for,” said Juan Pablo Cervantes, county clerk-recorder and registrar of voters, in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
This runs counter to the idea that reaching the top at work comes at the expense of family life.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Calista asked Hugo while I studied the donut case on the counter to decide which one I wanted most.
From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff
