decade
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For much of the past decade — since about the death of the theater’s patriarch — the narrative surrounding the theater was one of survival.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
DR Congo is facing its 17th outbreak of Ebola, but the Bundibugyo species - which has not been seen for more than a decade - brings its own difficulties.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The club, which must now prepare for a Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 30, looks unlike any title-winning team of the past decade.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
According to the study, the gas can continue flowing for at least a decade.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
Koffi didn’t have several masters, or a decade of time to play catch-up, so she was getting the expedited experience.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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Vocabulary lists containing decade
Perfect Ten: Dec, Cent, Mille
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