ally
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Moscow has reacted sharply to the prospect of losing another ally in what it sees as its sphere of influence.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
He has been fighting a Democratic primary challenge from Brad Lander, New York City’s former comptroller and a close ally of Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Regardless of the obstacles, Mexican players will face the pressure to perform well as a World Cup host nation and will count on their fans to be their most formidable ally.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
China's leader Xi Jinping is visiting long-standing ally North Korea for the first time in nearly seven years, state media report.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Will they die and leave me with no one to be my ally against the anger and whims of the gentlemen, or of Henry?
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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Vocabulary lists containing ally
American History I
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The American Revolution - Introductory
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Excerpt from "The Philosophy of Literary Form" by Kenneth Burke
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