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strive

[strahyv] / straɪv /


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“It is essential that we preserve what is good about these institutions, even as we strive to improve them,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Comprehensive peace in the region is an admirable goal, one that the U.S. should strive toward.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

"Doing the right thing has always been my motivation and will strive to get things done without diversion or delay", he said.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

“I think there’s a happy medium, and they ought to strive for that.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Everyone must strive to get along—have an international friendship, like us!

From "I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda




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