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hanging

[hang-ing] / ˈhæŋ ɪŋ /


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The wish tags hanging on the “Wish Tree” feature various hopes and dreams that are written in a number of different languages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Glynn declined to answer more questions before hanging up on a reporter.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

But to many on Wall Street, the company’s AI strategy has been a big question mark hanging over the stock.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

It shared photos on X that showed twisted metal beams hanging from the ceiling and debris covering the floor.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The famous story about Phineas says that after hanging around the Boston medical school for weeks, he grows bored and restless.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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