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[prahy-mer-ee, -muh-ree] / ˈpraɪ mɛr i, -mə ri /


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Primary baths feature slabs of marble behind a freestanding tub, radiant floor heating, and a glass-enclosed rain shower with a built-in bench.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Barbara Middleton, of Shiremoor Primary School in Newcastle, said she had so far declined to take up the government's free breakfast club offer due to the financial and logistical challenges involved.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Primary election ballots will begin hitting California voters’ mailboxes in just a few weeks, and Swalwell’s campaign had been gaining steam and financial support that may now be up for grabs by other candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Primary energy output rose 3.5% in January to 2.2 million gigajoules, Statistics Canada data shows.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

It is the Primary Social Cue for Iranians, encompassing hospitality and respect and politeness all in one.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram




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