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The strength of his serve - firing down three aces from a break down to seal victory - proved to be the knockout blow.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith said before the agreement was confirmed that NextEra had some aces up its sleeve.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

One wonders how Mr. Ryan would stack up against such present-day aces as Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Leading the comeback was junior outside hitter Mateo Fuerbringer, who finished with 37 kills, five blocks and three aces.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Died in a saloon like a common gambler caught with too many aces in his hand.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye