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respective

[ri-spek-tiv] / rɪˈspɛk tɪv /


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Tencent signed agent-to-agent deals last week with five smartphone makers to enable their respective AI assistants to integrate with Weixin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Lammy and Vance have formed an unlikely friendship over the years and have met regularly since entering public office in their respective countries.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The English club’s U.S.-listed stock might get a boost if its 13 players participating in the World Cup for their respective nations shine and become more valuable on the transfer market.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

What makes the dwelling all the more special is the fact that it was the place where the actors’ respective families first “blended,” Steenburgen added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Harry watched, astounded, as Dumbledore placed the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth keys in their respective locks, reopening the trunk, and each time revealing different contents.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling




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