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broken

[broh-kuhn] / ˈbroʊ kən /








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Raman, in a statement, said she was “incredibly honored” by the results, and invited Angelenos who are “frustrated by the broken status quo” to join her campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It has broken down meticulously constructed networks of trust and generally slowed the response to the virus.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

AFP journalists saw rescue dogs and their handlers scour the pile of broken concrete and jagged metal bars.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Barta said Murphy has also broken with the party on other issues.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

I tried to make my broken headlamp work, to signal her that I was in distress, but I couldn't get the wires together in the dark.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell




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