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[uh-genst, uh-gaynst] / əˈgɛnst, əˈgeɪnst /


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TechCrunch reported Musk’s X, which had filed an antitrust suit against the group, was likely among the social media platforms.

From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026

Additionally, the law includes sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin, senior figures within the Russian government as well as banks and other financial institutions and Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers used to circumvent existing sanctions.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

The actors’ guild SAG-AFTRA has secured special protection against fully synthetic performers in the union contract signed this year.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

The case highlights a paradox: while Europe's armies are bolstering their protection against espionage and hybrid threats, the vehicles they use can collect sensitive information.

From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026

He was sitting on the very edge of his camping chair now, his knees pressed against hers.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith


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