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circus

[sur-kuhs] / ˈsɜr kəs /


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Speaking on The Overlap podcast after the penultimate round of fixtures in May, Keane questioned Fernandes' mindset and described him as being at the centre of a "circus act".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“It’s great to have the circus come to town, but then they pack up and leave nothing behind,” said Netflix co-chief executive Ted Sarandos.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Keane described Fernandes as being at the centre of a "circus act" following United's 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest on the penultimate weekend of the season.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Her daughter, Isabel, would be the first of the Caballeros to open her own circus, as a way to earn income during the Mexican Revolution.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

I believe I can help her, but I must be courageous and smart at the same time, which makes me feel like I am a juggler from the circus.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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