defining

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They cast a broad net in defining the national-security initiative, including not only defense and mining companies but also artificial intelligence and tech firms and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Unlike the others, Stokes never produced a defining Ashes series - his performances against Australia came in isolation - but he was a better captain than Botham and Flintoff.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

The defining moment in Victor Marx’s surreal quest to be Colorado’s governor came a few weeks ago, during a rare sit-down interview with a journalist.

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

While there is an opportunity for smart glasses to become a defining wearable of the AI era, she doesn’t believe they’ll replace smartphones.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 27, 2026

My time in Brooklyn had become a defining moment for me.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana