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[turm] / tɜrm /






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Term life policies typically run between 10 and 30 years and pay out if you die during that period.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Term deposit spreads are looking supportive for funding costs, they add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

"Since the beginning of my Second Term, Tammy has been serving with distinction as Spokesperson of the State Department, where she did a fantastic job," he continued, adding that she will represent the US "brilliantly".

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025

“In my view, this court should and presumably will address the AR–15 issue soon, in the next Term or two,” Kavanaugh said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025

When there were only three weeks of the Summer Term left, an awful thing happened.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl




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