don
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He seemed to welcome the opportunity to don different roles.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
What’s the craziest-sounding movie that you can’t wait to don formal attire to see?
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
But it is also a social media extravaganza that sees stars don over-the-top looks, vying to create the greatest spectacle.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
They flocked to the theater with friends and family in tow, comparing the festive, participatory atmosphere to the phenomenon around the 2023 megahit “Barbie,” which also spurred viewers to don costumes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
He wasn’t a warlord or a don, he had no real power over any of them save their trust in his wisdom.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
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Beowulf
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