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boss

[baws, bos] / bɔs, bɒs /


NOUN
game antagonist
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“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it,” I told my boss.

From Salon Aug. 24, 2026

Eyes are also on US Treasury boss Scott Bessent, who said he would give more details in a news conference on Monday on a fresh push to pile economic pressure on Iran.

From Barron's Aug. 24, 2026

The judge turned to David Dahlquist, the DOJ’s co-lead trial attorney, who said that was news to him and that he’d call his boss, Assefi, in Washington, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 24, 2026

Liam is a Manchester United fan who is optimistic about their prospects for the new season, mostly because of boss Michael Carrick.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

Valerie Blakeman, the wife of Dad’s previous boss, and the volunteer and activities coordinator here.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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