thorny
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Another thorny moment came from T-Mobile’s donation to the White House’s new ballroom.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
If this spring’s “The Drama” still managed to polarize some viewers and critics with thorny yet palatable gender dynamics, “Obsession” is its dull cousin: all tell, no show.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Further thorny issues will become clearer soon, such as who gets the nod between Bellingham or Aston Villa's outstanding Morgan Rogers in the number ten role.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed US President Donald Trump with a handshake on Thursday in Beijing for a superpower summit on thorny issues including Iran, trade and Taiwan.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
They chatted like this, voices scarcely raised above a whisper, as they struggled through the thorny growth on the hillside.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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