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[bey] / beɪ /




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His father gave him a $200,000 mortgage, covering the $205,000 cost of a home just off the bay.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

He made multiple fine saves to keep the Rams at bay, and was beaten only by a stoppage-time penalty.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Some economists say it will be hard to keep Chinese manufacturers at bay.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Since men are prohibited from wearing hats during hajj, many carry umbrellas to try to keep the blistering sun at bay.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

“The mommas and their cubs come out of their dens in the spring and head straight for the bay to start looking for food. After posing for the polar bear paparazzi, of course.”

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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