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hectic

[hek-tik] / ˈhɛk tɪk /


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"It's been a little bit hectic the last few days," Salt told BBC Sport.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

Raising a child is hectic and it’s possible the parents and guardians of a newborn might learn of the account and its $1,000 starter money later on.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

Northern California, where she grew up, offers less hectic living, with family nearby and a proper house rather than an illegal basement sublet.

From Salon Jun. 27, 2026

Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor race around the Midwest trying to expose UFOs in a hectic adventure that lacks intelligent life.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 11, 2026

But since her stroke, Anthony’s doctors had advised her to ease up on her hectic schedule.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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