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nine

[nahyn] / naɪn /
ADJECTIVE
having nine of something
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NOUN
nine of something
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For an hour at Hampden, Lawrence Shankland was a peripheral figure, a support act for George Hirst - Scotland's number nine - and diminished because of it.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Newbury Park’s Jaden Griffin won the last heat in 10.37, setting the stage for an exciting finals sprint as all nine qualifiers ran under 10.48.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool boss in 2024 after the German stepped down at Anfield after nine years as manager.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

If Friday’s gains hold, the index will have climbed nine consecutive weeks—its longest streak since 2023.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

At nine, Coogie ate a June bug on a dare.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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