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After elevating custom couture to an art form, just the word “content” sounds like a demotion.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
To get there, he had to push through a dense cluster of his own supporters: people holding Abdul for Senate signs, leaning in for selfies, grabbing a quick word, a handshake, a moment.
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
The ECB is not expected to announce an interest rate hike, but "every word will be scrutinized for any potential shift in tone regarding this persistent energy shock," said John Plassard of Cite Gestion.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
I think that’s the first time I’ve used the word diarrhea in my column.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
“If I don’t come with you… I’ll be in”—Clare choked and the word came out strangled—“Pain?”
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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Common Core Grades 7–8, List 3
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Common Core Grades 9–10, List 3
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Common Core Grade 6, List 6
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