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missive

[mis-iv] / ˈmɪs ɪv /


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The missive, which could be a precursor to a lawsuit, opens another avenue of attack against the controversial $111-billion deal, which would transform the smaller Paramount into an industry titan.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The missive came after her viral appearance alongside Carpenter during the weekend's headline set at the festival in the California desert.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

A certain fateful missive brought Holbein to Thomas More, one of Henry VIII’s most trusted advisers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

For nearly 14 years, I’ve returned to this contemplative missive through every bump in the occupational road or moment of professional strife.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

The missive to Burres says, Greetings from Seattle!

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




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