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[spel-ing] / ˈspɛl ɪŋ /
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Tehran was reported to have passed "written messages" to Washington via Pakistan spelling out its red lines in peace talks, including on its nuclear programme and the future of the crucial waterway.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The New York Times analysis relies heavily on textual analysis of old emails and posts, and in particular incorrect hyphen usage and British spelling.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

It's the start of FA Cup quarter-final week at Port Vale and manager Jon Brady is spelling out some home truths to his players after another demoralising defeat.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The Apple spokeswoman said users’ common spelling errors might cause some autocorrect issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

On Monday we got our spelling tests back, and I got eight right, more than I’d ever gotten.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff



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