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contemporary

[kuhn-tem-puh-rer-ee] / kənˈtɛm pəˌrɛr i /




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Contemporary nations like Iran, Armenia, and Egypt can lay claim to being built on very old civilizations, but you could point out discontinuities and lapses in sovereignty in their histories that complicate the argument.

From Slate • Jul. 4, 2026

During Blanchett's year as the Cameron Mackintosh Visiting Professor of Contemporary Theatre, she will present lectures whilst engaging with students and the wider university community.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

In particular, investors are optimistic about Ford Energy’s involvement with the Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology, or CATL, the world’s largest battery producer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Batteries will come from Ford’s Michigan battery plant that was built using licensed technology from China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Contemporary Ethiopia was not a model when it came to democracy, either.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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