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[mey-jer] / ˈmeɪ dʒər /




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On the other, Ellison consolidates content production across multiple major networks.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

Murray is essentially fulfilling the role of a 'super-coach' - similar to the dynamic he had with eight-time major champion Ivan Lendl, who helped him win his three Grand Slam titles.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

As AI adoption has exploded, the memory-chip industry—dominated by just three companies: South Korea’s SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics and Boise, Idaho-based Micron Technology—is suffering from a major capacity crunch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

The retirement of excellent Lakers’ public address announcer Lawrence Tanter, rekindled memories of the legendary John Ramsey, who announced for nearly every major Southern California sport during my youth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026

It was a town on the White Volta, a major tributary of the Volta River, way up north.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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