clashes
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After two hours of sporadic clashes and standoffs, Congress Square was cleared by the police although a handful of people remained.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
Other security challenges include separatist unrest in the south-east and deadly clashes over land between farmers and herders.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
As she’s recently learned, it’s an adventure that sails smack into islands of musky internet trolls and clashes with cinematic and literary titans like Christopher Nolan and Joyce Carol Oates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The recent clashes with Saudi Arabia, coupled with escalating U.S. military action against Iran, have emboldened the Houthis to step in, analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
“I’m not sure how it’s possible that your outfit not only clashes but that it’s even louder than you,” Thorn said in her politest voice.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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