contest
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The contest, in a district stretching from lower Manhattan into brownstone Brooklyn, has featured plenty of bile about Trump, promises of a more affordable city and picayune local disputes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
In 2026, 10 of the 15 teams are averaging more than 20 fouls against them per contest.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
However, after Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential leadership contest, Sir Keir's position hardened, the BBC understands.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Critics accuse Fifa organisers of watering down the contest, but fans of Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan are happy to see their countries making their debuts.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Now in order for either of them to enter the contest, he, Jeremy, would have to confess to something he hadn't done— and confess it to the man he disliked most in the whole world.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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