locomotive
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WCR supplied film-maker Warner Bros with the locomotive and carriages for the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter film series.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
The “K28” train that departed Pyongyang and pulled into Beijing Friday morning used a Chinese locomotive and featured a pair of North Korean passenger cars, which were painted blue and white.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
The report emphasizes that central banks will be the primary locomotive for the expected appreciation, contributing 14 out of the 17 percentage points increase.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 22, 2026
Train operator Iryo said the locomotive was built in 2022 and last inspected just three days before the accident.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
He let out a sigh that was about as deep and long as the whistle on our locomotive.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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