modern
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That came in 2002 when the Americans beat Mexico to reach the quarterfinals of a World Cup for the only time in the modern era.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
In the modern era starting with Franklin D Roosevelt's presidency in 1933, several presidents have had relatives who sought to profit from their ties to White House.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Most modern presidents sold businesses or placed them in independent trusts before taking office.
From Slate • Jul. 1, 2026
Mounted slightly above head height and illuminated like a shrine, it flickers among Art Deco radio, fierce guardian and modern sculpture.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026
“I don’t think the problem is specific to finance. I think that parochialism is common to modern intellectual life. There is no attempt to integrate.”
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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President Obama's second inaugural address
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