duke
Example Sentences
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Rep. Wesley Hunt is likely headed to a runoff, while Democrats duke out their own primary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
But the duke said it was more likely the information had been obtained when he "talked about it on a voicemail" or other communication.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
The duke and duchess moved to California in 2020 after announcing they would step back as "senior" royals and work to become financially independent.
From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025
The duke died in 1416, long before the book was finished; so did the three artists he selected for the illumination, all within months of one another.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025
Just yesterday, the duke presented a plan: they would deploy more legions, and keep Nehemia here to discourage any retaliation from the rebels.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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