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[helm] / hɛlm /


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Bass, an ex-US congresswoman and Democratic Party stalwart, had an unremarkable start to her stint at the helm of America's second biggest city, and seemed headed for a quasi-automatic re-election in the liberal city.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Ships can’t see one another or locate themselves on electronic charts, and instead rely on radar to navigate, which is reliable but requires an experienced person at the helm, seafarers said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Navigating the possibility of a rate hike will also be a challenge for Warsh, who is completing his first week at the helm of the central bank.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

The concept then grew into a hugely popular YouTube mini-series, with creator Kane Parsons, then 16, at the helm.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Taking the helm of the city in 620 a.d., he was as determined to reestablish his city’s former glory as Kaan’s rulers were to prevent it.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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