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parallel

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






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Instead of focusing solely on opposition, many activists now emphasize building parallel institutions, celebrations and messaging campaigns.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

In parallel with this, the incredible rise of large language models, such as ChatGPT, has raised the serious possibility that machines may be conscious.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

The escalation came after US, Israeli and Lebanese officials met in Washington for direct talks on ending the parallel conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The government responded with a massive, nationwide policy initiative: building a comprehensive network of protected bicycle paths parallel to sidewalks and mostly separated from vehicle traffic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

As the adults drank coffee and laughed in the kitchen, a parallel scene would unfold outside as Craig and I joined whatever pack of kids came with those adults.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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