lectern
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Kim delivered a speech from a lectern overlooking Pyongyang’s Kim Il Sung Square, with his young daughter, Kim Ju Ae, whom South Korea’s spy agency believes is a potential successor, in attendance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026
Gustafson, originally 343rd on the list, asked to trade spots with another speaker as she approached the lectern.
From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025
Olson returned to the lectern with a new brief and a broader argument.
From Slate • Oct. 21, 2025
That vision to "change" Britain - the word that has adorned many a red lectern - has on occasion come up against the harsh reality of politics in the year since.
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2025
Cluny’s long tail swished restlessly, the single eye stared at a carved eagle holding the rotting lectern on its outspread wings.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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