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sterling

[stur-ling] / ˈstɜr lɪŋ /


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State Rep. James Talarico is a young political leader with a sterling reputation for honesty and integrity, a Bible-believing Christian whose campaign is a test of whether voters still care about those values.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

They had previously considered other plaintiffs — including fifteen-year-old Claudette Colvin — and ultimately concluded that Parks, a mature, married woman of sterling reputation, would present more effectively to white juries and the white press.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

In the U.K., sterling fell 0.25% to $1.3400 after data showed higher U.K. unemployment and slower wage growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

If that assumption is tested, gilt yields could spike and put sterling under pressure, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“It’s sterling silver. I wish I could’ve gotten you gold to match. But at least this one’s stronger.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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