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career

[kuh-reer] / kəˈrɪər /


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He had an operation at the age of 23 in a bid to save his career, but eventually realised he would have to retire.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“It feels like you’re entering a Colosseum,” says Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez, who made 109 appearances for Mexico’s national team over his 20-year career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“You cannot do it and think it’s a sustainable career financially.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Parmitano said he has known the mission's commander "for my entire career," but noted that for Douglas the mission will mark his first space flight.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

His Air Force career meant everything to him.

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




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