dashing
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The head of Peru's election authority told AFP that the results of Sunday's presidential election may not be known for a fortnight, dashing hopes of a quick resolution to the ultra-tight race.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
On his Christmastime visit home, in Milwaukee, his mother, who thought military school might turn him into a dashing accomplished gentleman, saw the bruises and never sent him back to the school.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
They are increasing on expectations the US central bank could continue to hold interest rates in order to keep inflation under control, dashing hopes of further cuts by the Federal Reserve.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Jonathan Cake cuts a dashing figure as Willy’s brother Ben, who has grown in Willy’s imagination into a fabulous conquistador.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
"All his Cats are dashing out from the left of the line."
From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis
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