adversary
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But the conflict has also seen the re-emergence as a key US partner of India's traditional adversary Pakistan, which has positioned itself as a mediator, with its powerful army chief flying Friday to Tehran.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
The hullabaloo over the power of the latest U.S. frontier AI models also reinforces the case for withholding AI building blocks from an adversary.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
"No adversary should mistake our current restraint with a lack of resolve," said Caine, who spoke alongside Hegseth.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
Altman, his former protégé turned adversary, was present for Thursday's exchanges and left the courthouse shortly after Musk finished.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
For a heavy badger, his adversary moved lightly and skillfully.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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