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contained

[kuhn-teynd] / kənˈteɪnd /












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Although archaeologists believe the original shipment may have contained even more pieces, the surviving collection of 43 helmets already represents the largest known hoard of medieval helmets ever found in the western Mediterranean.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

"In addition, other products were sold as specific meat products when the item contained meat of a different species," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Monroe’s library contained books about gardening, pets, cooking, self-improvement, politics, religion and theories of acting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Among the good news is that the fire is now fully contained, after igniting three weeks ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

According to Zita, they contained Bobby’s conspiracy theories.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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