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cusp

[kuhsp] / kʌsp /


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Hilton, however, appears on the cusp of clinching the second spot on the ballot.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When the New England Patriots blocked a field goal in this year’s AFC Championship game, putting the team on the cusp of a Super Bowl trip, Austin Sagan wasn’t cheering like his Patriots-obsessed dad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Former Fox News host Steve Hilton, a Republican, remains in a close second and appears on the cusp of securing the right to face off with Becerra in the November general election.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

On the cusp of its breakup, Honeywell Aerospace will host an investor event on Wednesday in Arizona.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

His dream was on the cusp of becoming reality.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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