turn of the century

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They are only the fifth trio to reach a ton since the turn of the century.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

In all, 16 members have died in office this decade, more than in any three consecutive Congresses since the turn of the century.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026

Together, Coppola and Jacobs dominated and defined what indie style looked like at the turn of the century.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

They are much older, more established businesses than many of the big spenders at the turn of the century.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Since the turn of the century, Africans owed their educational opportunities primarily to the foreign churches and missions that created and sponsored schools.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela