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collector

[kuh-lek-ter] / kəˈlɛk tər /




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Ross Kelbaugh, a researcher and collector of most of the photos in the exhibition, said perhaps it was circulated at abolitionist meetings to ask: "How could this 'institution' keep these little girls enslaved?"

From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2026

A breakthrough came when fossil collector Cliff Linster discovered a second specimen near Ten Sleep, Wyoming.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026

“Conceived on a grand architectural scale, this landmark residence balances timeless grandeur with thoughtful functionality, creating a true trophy property for the most discerning collector of fine real estate,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

But still, the exhibition is the rare chance to view RM as a serious art collector; someone who values Korean identity in art but also loves works from many genres, eras and countries.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026

The family’s prominence had led to Joseph’s appointment to the lucrative post as collector of customs.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis

While the museum has largely kept mum, Sytner, an 82-year-old Liverpool native based in Italy, has gone to great lengths to persuade collectors and experts of his car’s singular authenticity.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026

Most of that data comes from video, but sometimes collectors wear hardware on their hands and fingers to capture physical contact.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

The cards had been sent from all over the country to PSA to be graded, a necessary step for collectors in authenticating their wares.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026

New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority has always resold its signs to collectors but more recently opened up sales to the public, said Paul Dvoskin, the director in charge of the program.

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

Every Friday and Saturday night our two tiny rooms were packed with migrant workers, menial labourers and garbage collectors, buying drinks till well past midnight.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane


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