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[spir-it] / ˈspɪr ɪt /




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The man is rhapsodically shameless—oafishly charismatic, memorably strange-looking—a cynic at heart, and a carny in spirit.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

They put on concerts, made art and stayed up late talking and dancing, infusing his home with the spirit of hospitality that would dictate his future ventures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"We know that we'll never get over it, but obviously we will manage, and one of the reasons we will manage is because of her spirit," says Peter.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Movies like this one reassure us that their spirit is timeless, and here to stay for all time.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Mary Todd Lincoln sat for spirit photographer William Mumler, around 1872.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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