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mean

[meen] / min /










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What does that mean for the war in Iran?

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

"I mean complete demolition by 12 o'clock, and it'll happen over a period of four hours -- if we wanted to."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Voluntary compliance does not mean taxes were optional, she said: “It means taxpayers are expected to calculate and report what they owe themselves.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

"Being strong mentally doesn't necessarily mean completely cutting off your emotions," he says.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

As I say this, I really mean it, or I think I do—I really do think I’ll go play cribbage with his friends.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse