number two

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The supervisors appointed Curtis in a 3-2 vote, passing over Joanna Francescut, who had worked in the elections office since 2008 and was Darling Allen’s number two.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

He chose as his number two a heavy metal guitarist from San Francisco — stage name “Turmoil” — who is a progressive Democrat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

India, the world's number two importer of liquefied petroleum gas which is used to produce cooking gas, has prioritised supplies for households.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

In the men's draw, world number two Jannik Sinner comfortably beat Damir Dzumhur 6-3 6-3, while Alexander Zverev beat wildcard Martin Damm 6-2 6-4.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

By hour number two, he wanted to bang his head against the wall.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner