modern
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Many of the chemical processes underpinning the modern industry were developed by German scientists in the early 20th century.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
The storytelling is wonky, given the film’s competing needs to be Miranda-blunt about the modern magazine business while pairing marvelously with a glass of rosé.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Should Allen win the world title, he will become the oldest first-time winner in the modern era, eclipsing Stuart Bingham, who became champion in 2015, aged 38 years and 343 days.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Written with clear compassion and boasting a robust performance by Lili Taylor, “I Shot Andy Warhol” portrays Solanas as a product of modern alienation.
From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026
Airplanes and modern weaponry brought an end to the traditional role of cavalry.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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