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engine

[en-juhn] / ˈɛn dʒən /


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Scalia said his goal was to “remove barriers to the greatest engine of economic prosperity the world has ever known: the innovation, initiative, and drive of the American people.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

With the engine in the rear of the vehicle, the Tucker sedans were among the first cars to feature what’s now called a “frunk”—short for “front trunk”—that is common in today’s electric vehicles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Shares of other engine suppliers, including Safran and Rolls-Royce, rose 10.6% and 11.9% in overseas trading on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

However an "ongoing technical issue" with the ship's starboard main engine means an amended timetable - using the MV Isle of Mull - will run through to the end of Wednesday.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“Foolish boy!” he sneered, sparking the engine and steering the boat sharply away.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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