fray
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Middleton entered the political fray at a pivotal moment, just as fractures in the Texas Republican Party were beginning to deepen.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
The way that teenager Demelza Short has flown into the fray during this campaign, stealing a turnover and relishing the battle with France off the bench in the Grand Slam decider, is exhibit A.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Navarro was pulled into the fray last year when she was approached by Walt Disney Co.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
An unenlightening spectacle last week saw Porter float above the fray, wearily raising her eyebrows over the squabbling among her competitors.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
Jonah could tell that Chip had already folded and unfolded it many times: the creases were beginning to fray.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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