bay
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His only official titles were harbor master and chairman of the planning board for his town of 1,200 residents across the bay from Acadia National Park.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Navy kept both parties at bay and the waterway open.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Iran conflict at bay, has failed to dent the market’s spirit.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
He made multiple fine saves to keep the Rams at bay, and was beaten only by a stoppage-time penalty.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Now there remained only John Wilkes Booth, still at bay, and armed.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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