erstwhile
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Wilhelm would die in the erstwhile Nazi camp at Sachsenhausen in 1947.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
But after the seven-time champion pursued his erstwhile 2021 title rival for a few laps, the Red Bull began to ease away and was clearly in control, leading Hamilton, Leclerc, Piastri, Norris and Antonelli.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
Her condemnation followed a slew of public comments from other erstwhile allies of the governor decrying his decision to return to office.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
They spend plenty of time visiting the “Real World: Boston” house where Duffy reconnects with his erstwhile housemate, Montana McGlynn, and next to none discussing Boston’s pivotal role in igniting the American Revolution.
From Salon ● Aug. 23, 2026
“Well, as regular listeners will know, several of the more outspoken supporters of Harry Potter have now been imprisoned, including Xenophilius Lovegood, erstwhile editor of The Quibbler,” said Lupin.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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