contest
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The visitors seemed to have the contest under control when a Zoe Harrison penalty shortly after half-time put them 29-7 clear.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
In contrast to the article’s portrait of a formless contest, recent polling portrays a race that is becoming more structured.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Three tries apiece had the contest finely balanced at half-time, but a repeat of last year's finale in Parma saw the Azzurre pull away from their deflated hosts.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Bulgaria returned to Eurovision this year after missing the contest since 2022 due to financial reasons.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
"You want to join right before the contest?"
From "Scream for Ice Cream: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #2" by Carolyn Keene
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