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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

Jackson’s historically questionable relationships with children, the media circus surrounding the trial and the effect it had on fans, the family at its center and Jackson himself are explored, too.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 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

If you were to walk into the costume shop and see my section, it’s like a circus had a party under a rainbow.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

There were stacks of photo albums filled with pictures of the big top, circus acts, animals, and people.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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