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pirate

[pahy-ruht] / ˈpaɪ rət /


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The streaming giant is undertaking an audacious effort to capture fans of one of Crunchyroll’s biggest hits, the pirate fantasy series “One Piece.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Recent illegal, large-scale overfishing in Somali waters by Chinese boats has also challenged the livelihoods of traditional fishermen prone to turn pirate.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Walking through the exhibition, specially-programmed headsets react to the environment - creating a personalised DJ Mix as the music evolves from juke joints and jazz clubs to reggae nights, carnival and pirate radio.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

No doubt that playful warmth played a part in him being cast as Luffy, a hilariously nonchalant, yet utterly sincere would-be pirate.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

There was a young pirate staring up at the stars, a hook for one hand.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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