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spear

[speer] / spɪər /




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In one, it sat on a tiny plate beside a chilled vermouth cocktail garnished with a pearl onion on a spear.

From Salon Aug. 1, 2026

“The real tip of the spear is when we can create an AI protagonist,” he said, imagining audiences emotionally investing in AI-generated stars — say, a Clint Eastwood-type figure.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2026

The Wisconsin locals trying to spear a 200-pound fish.

From MarketWatch Feb. 23, 2026

But when he pulled up the spear, he only found mud.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 20, 2026

She grabbed the spear, which was lying against the thorn barrier, and quickly unhooked the ladder.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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