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agent

[ey-juhnt] / ˈeɪ dʒənt /


NOUN
power, instrument for achievement
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STRONG


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Over and over again, the ATF agent responded no.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Travel agent Alston Causey’s top choice for a domestic trip that feels international is Alaska, and he recommends cruising as the best way to tour the state.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

It also includes the name of the listing agent and a link to email them.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Emitted near the ground, soot is a short-lived warming agent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Every moment an agent sat by the phone.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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