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[mod-ern] / ˈmɒd ərn /


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Uniquely among coaches, two of his children, Lauren and Reece James, play football for their country - the first brother and sister to be senior England internationals in the modern era.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Advocates of originalism say this sort of backward-looking reasoning is the only way to prevent modern judges or legislatures from abridging individual rights ratified in the Constitution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

After decades spent shaping modern movies without ever taking home a competitive Oscar, actor Glenn Close and director Ridley Scott will finally receive statuettes from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this fall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Look for providers that use modern, strong protocols like WireGuard or OpenVPN.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Ruby lives in a lavish modern mansion, with large columns, marble flooring, a grand staircase, and gorgeous bay windows.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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