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agent

[ey-juhnt] / ˈeɪ dʒənt /


NOUN
power, instrument for achievement
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STRONG


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"Sales are taking much longer and it is proving increasingly difficult to generate commitment," said Jeremy Leaf, a estate agent in north London.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

But that’s what happens when there are 300 channels and the only bonding agent is basketball.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Four others are charged as co-conspirators in the indictment, including current NBA player agent Paolo Zamorano.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

As for James, he’s an unrestricted free agent who earned $52.6 million last season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

“It could be anything. Payment for some secret agent, or who knows? We at least have to tell the police.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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