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parallel

[par-uh-lel, -luhl] / ˈpær əˌlɛl, -ləl /






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He has not commented on this accusation but, giving evidence at a parallel parliamentary corruption inquiry last year, denied knowing senior police officers and politicians personally.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

But, Trump said, they can be discussed in a parallel set of discussions involving Iran and Arab Gulf states.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Microsoft is the textbook example of how to leverage parallel bets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

The mega-wealthy live in their own parallel societies and subculture — “Richistan” — where this becomes the norm.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

I agree to check the parks where he and his friends like to hang out, and the bike trail that runs parallel to the freeway.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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