baton
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"While this may look like just a baton," Bresnik said, "it feels like big flaming hot Olympic torch."
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
“Guys, thank you for coming to my midlife crisis,” said Eric André, standing on a podium in front of the Colburn Orchestra in a black tuxedo with tails and wielding a baton.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
The former Lyon head coach, who picked up the baton left by club legend Emma Hayes, has a reputation and a CV to back up her credentials.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Powell’s announcement that he would remain on the Fed’s board as a governor after handing the baton to Warsh next month broke with that precedent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Beverly threw her baton up high in the air and caught it with a professional snap of her wrist.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
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